Keeping the greenhouse cool in the dog days of summer can be a challenge for the new greenhouse gardener. Frequent monitoring is required to ensure the safety and health of your plants. There are several common methods for cooling a greenhouse.

Cool Fog Systems or Evaporative Coolers  Read more...

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Our flag might be red, white and blue, but green has become America’s favorite color.  Read more...

Not many consumers today would argue with that statement. With gasoline prices over $4 a gallon and diesel fuel selling for a good $0.80 cents above gasoline, everyone is feeling the pinch. Because it is costing more to transport produce, and farmers are raising prices to compensate for the increase in the cost of living, a gallon of milk now costs the same as a gallon of gasoline and fresh produce is nearly worth its weight in gold.  Read more...

Getting started with greenhouse gardening begins with some basic knowledge of greenhouse gardening and the tools of the trade. Here are a few basic considerations before beginning your greenhouse gardening project.

Selecting an Area for Greenhouse Gardening  Read more...

Seed Sales Up, More People Gardening For First Time

Gas and food prices are sky-high and according to the USDA, food prices are expected to go up 6 percent this year.

Those high prices may be creating thousands of new gardeners.

The Burpee seed company has sold twice as many seeds this year than last. The company said half of the increase is from new customers.  Read more...

Growing our own fruits and vegetables in the greenhouse year-round is becoming more and more appealing. Organic gardening and starting plants from seed each season saves families money while providing guaranteed healthy and safe crops of fruits and vegetables. Growing year round in the greenhouse requires a little different work schedule than growing fruits and vegetables in the garden.  Read more...

Growing in a greenhouse without any heat is sometimes risky, but with the right planning it can be done to extend your growing season by several weeks or even months. The article below is from a 1978 article in Mother Earth Magazine, but the lessons from decades ago can still be applied to our greenhouse in the 21st century…..   Read more...

Spring may be the time of year when our daffodils bloom, but with a little creativity and know-how, you can enjoy beautiful floral arrangements all year long whether you have a greenhouse or not…  Read more...

Organic vegetable gardening is more popular than ever. Organically grown vegetables are a hot commodity, bringing in nearly double the price value at the local supermarket. Eating organically grown food is also considered a healthier lifestyle choice and better for the environment. Growing your own organic vegetables ensures that your vegetables are free from pesticides and chemicals. It is also often considerably more affordable to grow your own organic vegetables than to purchase organic foods at the store. These basic tips can help you get started with your own organic vegetable gardening project.

Tips for Organic Vegetable Gardening  Read more...