Are you growing vegetables in a greenhouse? Are you having trouble dealing with pest and disease control? Are pesticides used in a greenhouse? These are the common questions that greenhouse owners and managers ask at one point or the other during their process of maintaining a greenhouse. Greenhouses offer several benefits for growing plants and …
Unlike most green vegetables, tomatoes like taking up space when they grow. They are one of the most widely grown vegetables that provide a yielding harvest season. The depth of tomato roots could vary depending on its type, but most tomato plants are deep-rooted. A healthy root length is the one that can support the …
Anyone who is just getting into horticulture should know about the amazing things you can do with a greenhouse. These artificial structures have made it possible to grow plants, flowers, fruits, and vegetables throughout the year. They also allow you to grow exotic plants and flowers that wouldn’t normally survive in your climate (https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/greenhouses/greenhouse-tree-care-growing.htm). Greenhouses …
Introduction While a greenhouse may look like a self-sustaining structure, you will need to monitor its energy use to manage its efficiency. You will have to factor in light consumption since the plants you decide to grow in there will require several energy sources to thrive, including heat. I almost lost my plants when I …
Introduction Ask any tomato grower about their biggest dilemma and they will say ‘green tomatoes’. They are not sure what to do with the ones that are still green and hard at the end of the growing season. If you are also growing tomatoes of your own and facing a similar dilemma, then this article …
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Introduction Are you thinking about growing tomatoes in a pot? Well, you won’t be the first one to do it. In fact, people have been growing their tomatoes in pots and containers for a long time. It is ideal if you want fresh tomatoes for daily use but don’t have a big garden for plantation. …
Introduction Do your tomato plants seem droopy? Don’t question your gardening skills as these plants are floppy by nature. I was really concerned about them when I first started gardening. While it is in their nature to not stay straight, however, you cannot let them droop wherever they want. If you are also concerned about …
Introduction While a greenhouse may look like a self-sustaining structure, you will need to monitor its energy use to manage its efficiency. You will have to factor in light consumption since the plants you decide to grow in there will require several energy sources to thrive, including heat. I almost lost my plants when I …
Introduction Are your tomatoes refusing to grow as beautifully as you want them to? They just need some companion plants, that’s all. Some plants grow well on their own, but some, like tomatoes, need other plants with them to thrive. This is known as companion planting and it really improved the flavor and look of …
Introduction It may seem intimidating, but even as beginners, you can grow almost any vegetable you want inside your greenhouse. Some plants will thrive more than others but don’t let that discourage you. Start with simple vegetables and gain experience and you can grow complex veggies in no time. That’s how I started and let …
