A frost-free growing space is every gardener’s dream, allowing you to overwinter even sensitive plants successfully. It stands to reason that every fall many gardeners start to wonder whether greenhouses are frost free. That’s exactly what we’re going to address in this article. Are Unheated Greenhouses Frost Free? Let’s start with the bad news. Unheated … Read more
Greenhouses have so many benefits for passionate gardeners, but possibly the very thing of all is using them to grow fruits and vegetables. If you’re passionate about producing your own food at home then greenhouses can be fantastic for growing vegetables. Here are the very best reasons why greenhouses are brilliant for food production: Longer … Read more
Greenhouse humidity levels tend to vary with the season. They can be very damp and humid in winter, but are more likely to be dry and arid in the hotter months. As with everything pertaining to greenhouses, however, there is a fair amount of variation. A range of elements can affect how humid a greenhouse … Read more
Much to many people’s surprise it is quite possible to grow watermelon right here in the UK. While growing watermelons can provide a number of challenges to those of us in cooler climates I’m here to discuss how you can succeed. Read on to discover how even in cold old Blighty you can be harvesting … Read more
Cucumber Sherpa is a vigorous vine that produces copious cucumber fruits all summer long. Unsurprisingly it has become a firm favorite in my own garden. In this article I’d therefore like to discuss my own personal experience of successfully growing Cucumber Sherpa, so if you’re considering this variety you’ll know exactly what to expect. How … Read more
Watermelon Rosario is one of the most popular varieties of watermelon to grow from seed. While they need warm growing conditions, Watermelon Rosario are capable of producing quite an impressive crop of home-grown watermelons even in temperate areas. Having grown Watermelon Rosario myself for the last few years, yet found information on the internet lacking, … Read more
Fertilizer can make the difference between success and failure in your garden; especially if, like me, you grow an array of fruits and vegetables each year. More nutrients means healthier plants and better yields. Unfortunately artificial fertilizers can be expensive, heavy to carry and can come with a wealth of safety warnings. In this article, … Read more
Greenhouses are an odd possession. When they’re new and in perfect working order there can be few more pleasant things to own. They’re the perfect opportunity to get seeds started early, to grow crops you otherwise couldn’t, and to extend the growing season late into the year. The problem comes when greenhouses start to get … Read more
There are many cost effective ways to heat a greenhouse. Greenhouses lend themselves well to heating depending on their size. Obviously, the smaller the greenhouse, the easier it is to heat. Since most greenhouses are made from plastic or glass they are ideal for allowing the heat into the greenhouse. This is a great way … Read more