More and more American households are discovering the benefits to growing their own vegetables at home. In just a five-year period, 17 percent more households—from 32 million in 2008 to 43 million in 2013—took to their backyards and community gardens to test their green thumbs, according to a special National Gardening Association report, Garden to Table: A 5-Year Look at Food Gardening in America.
After you’ve carefully selected a greenhouse that best suits your needs, now you’ll have to put some thought into where it’s located on your property. Site selection is extremely important for your greenhouse, primarily for the success of the plants and vegetables you might want to grow. But it can also pay great dividends in terms of reduced maintenance and maximized time for you to enjoy your hobby if you just keep these factors in mind
Greenhouses were once the necessity for gardeners growing fragile flowers and plants. But with more than 42 million American households taking up food gardening, according to the National Gardening Association, many more gardeners are using greenhouses to extend the growing season.
2016 is right around the bend, and, if you’re like many people, you’ll make some New Year’s resolutions. Earlier this year, Nielsen released its data on the most commonly made resolutions for 2015. According to their research, the most popular promises its respondents made to themselves were: to stay fit and healthy; lose weight; enjoy life to the fullest; spend less, save more; and learn something new or take up a new hobby
Plunging temperatures and winter storms could threaten your plants if you’re not careful. But you can protect and extend the efforts of your green thumb this winter. Winterizing your greenhouse helps ensure your vegetables and flowers can survive and thrive despite the frightful weather outside. Follow these seven essential steps to help ward off everything from frost to pests this season:
Home gardens can range from small herb gardens to container gardens to larger backyard plots. But if you want to turn your gardening into a year-round activity, maybe it’s time you considered a greenhouse. More than 164 million American homeowners gardened in the span of a year, according to a recent study published in Greenhouse Management magazine.
Greenhouse Cooling Systems Saturday, September 27, 2014 As outdoor temperatures rise, so do the temperatures inside a greenhouse. Reduce greenhouse temperatures naturally this summer with greenhouse cooling systems and supplies. Excessive heat will probably damage or kill plants. Cool down crops naturally this summer with Gothic Arch Greenhouses Inc. greenhouse cooling systems.
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Glass for Greenhouses Monday, May 26, 2014 Glass greenhouses have been around since the 1800’s and have gained popularity all over the world. While other types of greenhouse coverings are available, the classic, elegant look of glass is the number one choice for residential greenhouses. Below, we will talk about the different types of glass for greenhouses.
The warming weather is a reminder to greenhouse owners to examine climate control strategies inside the structure. This helps ensure crops grow strong and healthy throughout the warmer days and nights ahead. Without such consistency, plant damage and even death can occur. The experts at Gothic Arch Greenhouses, can partner particular circumstance with quality, affordable, easy to use equipment needed to help ensure optimum climate control in your greenhouse.
