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.
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
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.
Though your greenhouse will help you extend the growing season, you still must monitor and maintain optimal growing conditions inside as the temperatures change outside. Selecting greenhouse fans for your structure will help optimize air flow and maintain your growing environment.
If you love gardening, there’s no reason to let the cooler weather interrupt you! There are plenty of crops that thrive when the temperatures fall, so don’t think you have to take a break until the spring. Winter gardens are beautiful and nutritious!
Shade cloth is an invaluable commodity for lots of different applications. It is most commonly used to keep greenhouses cool. But did you know it has a wide variety of uses? As you can see on the list below, you can get creative with shade cloth while using it to reduce the intensity of sunlight!
Greenhouses are designed to trap heat, so learning to properly manage the temperature inside helps create the ideal environment you want. Ventilation is key in this process, specifically understanding the system that works best for you and how to most efficiently set it up. .
Let’s be honest. Most of us do not look forward to deep cleaning our homes or garages every year. But it’s necessary to maintain a healthy environment and keep everything in proper working order. The same thing goes for your greenhouse. While greenhouse upkeep throughout the year is important, following this summer greenhouse maintenance checklist can help set you up for success for the next season—or seasons!
Preparing for the current season by stocking up on necessary greenhouse supplies is an efficient approach to your growing efforts. More than likely, you may think of having such supplies on hand should an emergency crop up during the winter, but being prepared is smart all year long. Of course, your needs will be different in the colder months, but there are some supplies you should think about getting before the weather heats up.
