Greenhouse Management
Glossary
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OASIS CUBES – Oasis rooting cubes are rigid, open-celled, water-absorbing pieces of foam specifically designed for optimal callus and rapid root formation. Made from phenolic foam, oasis cubes are most often used as a rooting media in commercial floriculture and make a great medium for starting seeds and cuttings in hydroponic production.
ORGANIC – (1) Relating to, derived from, or involving the use of food produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of synthetically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. (2) Being or composed of plant or animal matter. (3) A labeling term that refers to an agricultural product produced in accordance with government standards.
ORGANIC MATTER – Materials and debris that originated as living plants or animals.
