When you think of a greenhouse, you probably imagine a structure made of glass or translucent material that gardeners use in colder seasons. They are made of transparent materials because the sun’s short-wave solar radiation can easily pass through the structure and heat up the soil and plants growing inside. Greenhouses can help you prolong the growing …
Indoor gardening is a satisfying hobby that anyone can enjoy, no matter their available space. For example, you can take advantage of those sunny windowsills and turn them into mini greenhouses for your indoor gardening dreams. With a little work, you can create a beautiful and functional greenhouse that will allow you to garden year-round. You can …
Having a greenhouse is a luxury that many gardeners envy. Having a second home for your plants saves time when it comes to winterizing the garden, keeping your tropical plants happy, provides a warm place to hangout, and so much more! Even better, this great structure will keep your plants safe during the winter and …
Growing your own vegetables is an exciting and rewarding hobby for many, but it’s also convenient in the sense that it saves you a trip to the grocery store. Unfortunately, an outdoor vegetable garden chock full of all your favorites isn’t always attainable. With that said, a small space and winter weather don’t have to …
Whether you are the proud owner of a big, modern, commercial greenhouse or a small, 6 x 6 hobby one, you’ll still need good soil for your plants to thrive. While some gardeners use whatever they have on hand and hope for the best, it isn’t always a great option, especially if it’s old, moldy, or …
Recently, the concept of self-reliance and growing your food has become quite popular. People have become more aware of its environmental and financial benefits. However, what can you do if your region’s temperatures and weather are not constant, or if you’d like to grow plants off-season? There’s a straightforward answer: greenhouses. They come in many …
A greenhouse garden is a great way to extend the growing season and produce fresh vegetables all year long, even in cold winter climates. Greenhouse gardening is becoming increasingly popular as more and more people are looking for ways to eat healthily and save money by growing their own food. While starting a greenhouse garden …
As you may or may not know, many people choose to garden in greenhouses. Greenhouses offer a controlled environment for plants, which can be helpful for gardeners who want to extend their growing season or protect delicate plants from the elements. However, there are a few mistakes that many greenhouse gardeners make, which can lead …
Greenhouses are a must-have for every backyard gardener. This is especially true for places with short growing seasons. Germinating seeds early in the greenhouse before planting them in the ground gives your plants a head start. This can help to increase yields and will allow you to plant a wider variety of crops. Greenhouses also …
Growing vegetables in a greenhouse can be a great way to get fresh produce all year round, even in cold winter climates. But not all vegetables are created equal when it comes to greenhouse growing. Some varieties simply don’t do well in confined, controlled environments. These vegetables grow better outside in the open air and …