http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog A collection of articles and information for greenhouse enhusiasts. Tips, recommendations and "how to" info from Greenhousecatalog.com. Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:05:21 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Inexpensive passive solar greenhouses heated only by sunlight falling on 55-gallon barrels of water are effective for growing plants year-round, said a University of Missouri Extension specialist. Heat from sunlight is stored in water-filled barrels during the day and radiates at night, replacing use of fossil fuel, said Eric Lawman, ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/greenhouse-tips/heating-your-greenhouse-using-barrels-of-water/ 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 One way to cool your ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/grenhouse-supplies/keeping-the-greenhouse-cool-in-the-dog-days-of-summer/ Wilmington - Our flag might be red, white and blue, but green has become America’s favorite color. Green has blossomed from a wee sprout of a vocabulary word to an impressive flowering tree of ideas. You’ve got your greenback dollars and greenhorn newcomers. There are ecological initiatives like Greenpeace supported by the ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/worthy-gardening-headlines/go-green-plant-a-garden/ 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 ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/greenhouse-tips/rising-food-prices-make-greenhouse-gardening-more-attractive-and-economical/ 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 Selecting the right area of your yard to begin your greenhouse gardening greatly depends on ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/greenhouse-tips/getting-started-with-greenhouse-gardening/ 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 ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/gardening/growing-a-garden-of-food-economic-worries-are-sprouting-new-gardeners/ 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 ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/greenhouse-tips/growing-your-own-fruits-and-vegetables-in-the-greenhouse-year-round/ 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 ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/worthy-gardening-headlines/food-in-an-sun-heated-greenhouse/ 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... Beutler also offers some great tips for cutting flowers to prolong their staying power. For example, some ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/worthy-gardening-headlines/flowers-not-just-for-spring/ 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 ... http://www.greenhousecatalog.com/weblog/greenhouse-tips/organic-vegetable-gardening/