Greenhouses

How to Build a Greenhouse Delivered in Pieces

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:06:34 -0600

Another resource that can help you learn how to build a greenhouse delivered in pieces is the Internet. There are free and downloadable plans available that you can print and refer to. On gardening forums you can talk to other gardeners who have built greenhouses themselves and can offer their advice. You'll also find plenty of helpful books on the subject of building a greenhouse step by step. Two examples include Ortho's All About Greenhouses and How to Build Greenhouses, Shelters and Sheds by Thomas H. Jones. Tags: How To Build A Greenhouse Delivered In Pieces

How to Build a Florida Orchid Greenhouse

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:06:34 -0600

When constructing your Florida orchid greenhouse, you must consider the needs of the orchids. Make sure to provide enough space for all your plants. Orchids grow well in potting medium such as volcanic stone, peat, charcoal and bark. You can find commercial orchid potting mixes which are ideal. Orchids need to be kept moist but not overwatered. How often to water will depend on your individual orchids. These flowers require some shade and can burn if exposed to excessive heat and light. Therefore they should be shaded from the scorching afternoon sun. As far as heat is concerned, you want to make sure temperatures don't exceed 110 degrees in your greenhouse. Tags: How To Build A Florida Orchid Greenhouse

Should You Build a Greenhouse Prototype?

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:06:34 -0600

First, you'll need to decide whether you want your greenhouse to be made from glass, polycarbonate or plastic. Each material has its advantages and disadvantages. Glass is traditional, beautiful and sturdy. Polycarbonate is even more durable and break resistant. Plastic is a good material for trapping heat and is affordable for the budget gardener. There are also different styles of greenhouse which include detached and lean-to. Detached means the structure stands alone, while lean-to means it is attached to a larger structure. Many home gardeners like the lean-to because it provides easy access to electricity, heat and water. Detached greenhouses can actually be connected to o... Tags: Greenhouse Prototype

Selecting a Greenhouse Layout

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:06:34 -0600

First, you'll need to decide whether your structure will be lean-to, detached or ridge and furrow. A lean-to design means your greenhouse is attached to another building. This makes it easy to have access to electricity, water and storage space. A detached greenhouse is good if you don't need an elaborate setup and want a simple, old-fashioned structure. A ridge and furrow style means the greenhouse is attached at the eave by a gutter which provides for more space and efficiency. Often this style greenhouse will have a gabled or domed roof depending on what kind of material it is made out of. Glass and fiberglass are often gabled while plastics are often domed. Tags: Greenhouse Layout