Urban Leaf was founded upon the belief that addressing the environmental impact of our food system represents one of, if not the, biggest challenges that our generation faces. It is simply not possible that humanity can continue to feed itself the way it does. It’s no...
Why Are Some Grow Lights Purple? 3 Key Reasons Why We Think You Should Avoid Them
Have you ever wondered why some grow lights are purple? Do purple grow lights actually work better for plants? What are the benefits of a purple vs a white grow light? In this article we will explain both the science and history of why some grow lights continue to be...
How to Grow Zucchini Indoors
A zucchini has more potassium than a banana! They are fairly recent to the US - bring brought over from Italy in the 1920s. Timing Sprouts in 1-2 weeks. Harvest from Month 3+ on.Full sun Equivalent of 7+ hours of direct sun [DLI of 21+ mol/m²/day].Care Intermediate....
How to Grow Zinnia Indoors
Did you know that there was a time when zinnias were considered small and ugly? When the Spanish first saw the flower in Mexico, they named it “mal de ojos” or sickness of the eye. Since then, breeders have worked to develop many beautiful varieties. Timing Sprouts in...
Help! Bugs & Pests Are Eating My Garden: How to Fight Back
Everybody loves to eat. And when we say everybody, that includes the little creepy crawlies in your garden too. They’ll keep munching on your greens until you’re left with nothing but holes in your lettuce and basil leaves. As a gardener who tends to your plants day...
How to Grow Tomatillo Indoors
Tomatillos go by many names, including Mexican green tomatoes (or tomate verde in Spanish), husk tomatoes and jamberries. The word tomatillo means “little tomato.”Timing Sprouts in 1-2 weeks. Harvest from Month 3+ on.Full sun Equivalent of 7+ hours of direct sun [DLI...
How to Grow Thyme Indoors
Thyme's name was derived from the Greek word thumus, or courage. In Medieval times, knights wore sprigs of thyme on their armor as a sign of courage.Timing Sprouts in 2-3 weeks. Harvest from Month 3+ on.Part sun Equivalent of 5+ hours of direct sun [DLI of 15+...
How to Grow Sage Indoors
For much of its long history sage has been used as a healing herb - particularly to increase concentration and reason. From this, a particularly wise person became known as a “sage.”Timing Sprouts in 2-3 weeks. Harvest from Month 3+ on.Full sun Equivalent of 6+ hours...
How to Grow Saffron Indoors
Saffron is the world’s most expensive spice - and is quite literally worth its weight in gold. Timing Sprouts in 4-10 weeks. Harvest from Month 3+ on.Part sun Equivalent of 5+ hours of direct sun [DLI of 15+ mol/m²/day].Care Beginner friendly. You’ll sprout, thin, and...
How to Grow Radish Indoors
Radishes are one of the quickest and easiest veggies to grow indoors. In the garden, they also help keep the soil loose.Timing Sprouts in 1-2 weeks. Harvest from Month 1-2 on.Full sun Equivalent of 6+ hours of direct sun [DLI of 18+ mol/m²/day].Care Intermediate....