February 24th, 2010 by
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If you love getting your hands dirty, coaxing seedling to life, and reaping the rewards of a bountiful harvest, you may be ready to try greenhouse gardening. While starting a new hobby may seem intimidating at times, greenhouse gardening is simpler than most. Many of the tools you already use for outdoor gardening will transplant for use into your new greenhouse.
One of the biggest challenges in beginning a greenhouse gardening hobby is selecting the right greenhouse. You can choose from three basic greenhouse types: greenhouse kits, mini home greenhouses, and portable garden greenhouses.
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February 17th, 2010 by
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As spring and summer approach, it’s time to start gathering those necessary greenhouse supplies and accessories in preparation for the growing season proper! The spring months are a great time for getting a head start on your outdoor growing with a few seed starters, and this is also a good time to begin thinking about which plants you will be growing this year as well as any changes you might like to make to your greenhouse. Read more...
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February 17th, 2010 by
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Home greenhouses make excellent additions to any property. Not only do they provide an outlet for your green thumb tendencies, they increase your property value. Home greenhouses come in as many shapes and sizes as the gardeners who own them. Selecting the right greenhouse for your home depends on many factors. Read more...
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February 15th, 2010 by
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Garden accessories are a fun addition to your garden or greenhouse. With a few accessories, you can create a fun or beautiful theme for your garden. Here are some ideas for garden or greenhouse themes to get you started.
Fairy Garden
Adding fairies to your garden could bring a bit of luck and whimsy to your greenhouse. Fairy statues, plaques, and plant markers add decoration and can be very useful as well.
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February 12th, 2010 by
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Cold frame gardening is an inexpensive way to extend your growing season into those winter months. You can build your own cold frames, or purchase ready-made or easy to assemble cold frames from a garden supply store.
Before you dive into cold frame gardening, you should know a few basics that seasoned cold frame gardeners have learned.
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February 3rd, 2010 by
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Solar greenhouses are a great way to save energy. Eco-friendly, energy conscious and money saving, a solar greenhouse is easy to obtain with a few upgrades and a little effort.
There are two types of solar greenhouse set-ups: active and passive.
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