There are about as many ways to design and construct a greenhouse as there are plants to house within it. While there are numerous designs that you can choose from when buying a greenhouse, did you ever think about constructing one yourself? Designing your own greenhouse can be as difficult or as easy as you would like. There are a few factors to think about when planning out your greenhouse design; after all, you are the one designing it.  Read more...

Greenhouse gardeners know exotic plants grow best in a greenhouse. If you have a hankering for something extraordinary this growing season, exotic plants may be just what you are looking for.  Read more...

Designing a custom watering system for your greenhouse is never an easy task. There are so many different types to choose from depending on what you are planning to grow. The first thing to decide on, of course, is what types of plants you are planning to nurture, because the type of watering system you will ultimately need is greatly determined by the types of plants most often grown in your greenhouse. For example, tropical plants require more water and often grow best with a misting delivery system. Ask yourself if the plants you are growing will grow best with a drip irrigation system, a misting system or even a running water system. Each system has it’s own unique features and setup that help you achieve the perfect balance of water to your greenhouse, and keeps from wasting water.  Read more...

Late March Planting = June and July Harvesting

I am not a sophisticated vegetable gardener. My growing expertise focuses on perennials, shrubs and trees. Vegetable and fruit gardening needs to be simple for me to enjoy. If you want to be successful in growing your own crops, I recommend starting off with radishes, swiss chard, and snap peas.  The seeds are large, easy to handle and have a high success rate.  I find it fun to get the family involved and a great way to encourage future generations to get bit by the gardening bug…  Read more...