Light is essential for plants to survive, but the color of grow lights can have a significant impact on how they develop. With the help of LED grow lights technology, multiple experiments are being conducted to determine how plants react to light when exposed to different colors of the spectrum in terms of height, weight, color, texture, and more.
Natural ventilation has become a preferred option for larger growers, in particular, as energy costs of fan cooling rise. This ventilation method works by supplying cooler air, such as through vents or an open-roof design, to allow the lighter, warmer air to be pushed out. All greenhouses built prior to the 1950s featured a system of louvres and vents to help allow excess heat to escape by pulling cooler air in.
Taking the first steps in the seed-starting process means that spring is not far away. But with greenhouses, growers can start that process. Starting your seeds in greenhouses makes it easy for seedlings to grow and plants to thrive. Browse our seed propagation supplies to find easy solutions to starting your seeds.
Control Greenhouse Pests Monday, February 25, 2019 Greenhouse growers aim to create an ideal environment in which plants can thrive year round. Along with managing temperature and humidity, keeping greenhouse pests out and preventing the spread of disease are important.
Potting greenhouse plants is time-consuming but manageable if you are a commercial gardener. In commercial growing, as operations increase, improving efficiency of labor and controlling costs takes on greater importance. Depending on the size of your operation, a potting machine may be the answer. Potting greenhouse plants becomes easy and efficient with the use of these machines. This technology enhances productivity and helps achieve greater uniformity (which also impacts efficiency and quality) of your plants
Hydroponic greenhouses have grown in popularity in recent years. Hydroponics is a gardening method that uses no soil mediums to grow plants. However, understanding the basics of hydroponics will help you decide if it is right for your greenhouse.
Worried about the cost of heating your greenhouse this winter? Rising fuel prices and extreme cold weather can add up quickly if you don’t know how to maximize every strategy that could help you cut your energy bill. Learn tips and tricks to heat your greenhouse on a budget
Gardeners can be some of the best do-it-yourselfers around, so they of all people would appreciate a considerate DIY project—or gift—during this time of year! Read about some of the best DIY gifts for gardeners below.
The greenhouse industry in the United States has steadily grown—and is expected to reach $4 billion in sales by 2020. Limited resources such as labor, land, and water present challenges in commercial greenhouse operations.
Technology in every industry advances rapidly and the agricultural industry is no exception. Knowing about new greenhouse innovations can help you stay on top of the best ways to streamline your greenhouse operations.
