Simon Clarke — Growing Guide Author

Simon Clarke grew up with a love of gardening instilled by his parents, who kept a productive allotment in the West Midlands throughout his childhood. After years of outdoor growing, he discovered the world of indoor hydroponics and became fascinated by the science of controlled-environment cultivation.

Now based in Warwickshire, Simon contributes to The Horticulture Company’s growing knowledge base, focusing on the topics he knows best: grow room setup, lighting technology, environmental control, and the practical decisions growers face when putting together a new indoor grow space.

His writing is grounded in hands-on experience and a firm belief that understanding the fundamentals — airflow, temperature, humidity, and light intensity — is the foundation of every successful grow, long before genetics or nutrients come into the picture.

Simon’s Specialist Topics

• Grow tent selection and setup
• LED grow lights and lighting technology
• Indoor environment control — temperature, humidity, CO₂
• Grow room construction and design
• Ventilation and airflow systems

Simon writes exclusively for The Horticulture Company, Warwickshire’s specialist indoor grow shop.