Greenhouses

Image by Ilse_Innire Greenhouses are fantastic tools for the gardener, but the benefits don’t come without their share of issues. There are a number of greenhouse plant growing problems that might crop up,…

Image by alisbalb In an unheated greenhouse, growing anything during the cold months of winter may seem impossible. Alas, it is not! Knowing how to use an unheated greenhouse and what plants are best suited…

Image by alarich Greenhouses are fantastic extensions for the gardening enthusiast. Greenhouses come in two types, standard and cold frame, which loosely translate into heated or unheated. Have you ever…

Image by maylat Powdery mildew in the greenhouse is one of the most frequent diseases to afflict the grower. While it does not usually kill a plant, it reduces the visual appeal, thus the ability to make a…

Image by PurpleRaven You may expect ants in food prep areas, such as your kitchen. If you grow orchids, seedlings, or other ant delicacies in your greenhouse, though, you are likely to see them there too.…

Image by SkyF Cold frames are an easy way to prolong the growing season without expensive gadgets or a fancy greenhouse. For gardeners, overwintering in a cold frame allows gardeners to get a 3- to 5-week…

Image by bunsview Cold frames protect your crops from the cold weather and frost of autumn. You can extend the growing season several months with cold frames and enjoy fresh veggies long after your outdoor…

Image by StockSolutions Gardening in a hot box or hot bed has many benefits. It allows you to extend your growing season, provides a way to tart warm climate vegetables earlier, gives a warm place to root…

Image by SutidaS Before installing, you may want to consider your options for the floor of a greenhouse. Floors are the foundation of the greenhouse in more ways than one. They need to allow for good…

Image by CreativeNature_nl Pests in the greenhouse come in many forms. Among these are rodents (in particular mice) in the greenhouse. It’s no wonder greenhouse rodents can become a nuisance for the…