Cold frame greenhouses are the simplest and most common types of greenhouses. These simple structures can range form large to small, and are heated solely by the sun’s rays. Temperature control is obtained by opening vented tops, or placing shade cloths to protect the plants inside from the sun’s heat. This additional heat can extend [...]

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Greenhouse ventilation systems can be simple or complex, pricey or free. Choosing the perfect greenhouse ventilation system for your hobby greenhouse is often a matter of personal choice and budget restraints, but going green is always a good idea in the greenhouse.   Going Natural: Greenhouse Ventilation Systems that Use Wind Wind-powered ventilation systems are [...]

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Choosing the best greenhouse design for your personality can help you gain more enjoyment from your greenhouse gardening hobby. Your greenhouse should reflect your likes and personality as much as your home does, and this often begins with selecting an appropriate structural design for your greenhouse.   Traditional Glass A glass greenhouse design reflects a [...]

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Choosing a site and positioning a greenhouse can affect the success of your greenhouse crops. You’ll need to plan where your greenhouse is placed very carefully or you will face problems that could have been easily avoided with a well thought-out placement before construction begins. Choosing a Site for your Greenhouse Choosing the site for [...]

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