https://sillandsprout.co.uk/ Practical measurements, light observations and equipment comparisons for small-space indoor gardening in UK homes. en-GB Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/measure-your-windowsill/ https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/measure-your-windowsill/ Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT Editorial draft. Before buying a plant, measure the windowsill it will actually live on: usable width, supported depth, height and access to drain and clean. https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/compact-indoor-growing-setup/ https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/compact-indoor-growing-setup/ Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT Editorial draft. Decide what job a compact indoor setup has to do, then measure footprint, drainage, access and consumables before you buy equipment. https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/recording-window-light/ https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/recording-window-light/ Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT Editorial draft. A window's compass direction is only a clue. Record direct sun, weather and obstructions for a week before choosing plants or a lamp. https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/tabletop-systems-comparison/ https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/tabletop-systems-comparison/ Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT Editorial draft. A research framework for comparing ordinary pots, passive self-watering containers and powered tabletop systems by footprint and recurring consumables. Not a tested ranking. https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/smart-garden-versus-pots/ https://sillandsprout.co.uk/articles/smart-garden-versus-pots/ Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT Editorial draft. Compare the maintenance tasks of ordinary pots and integrated growing systems without treating automation as effortless or claiming a hands-on verdict.