by Cynthia Strawson | Nov 6, 2023 | Greenhouses
Frosty temperatures and short days remind us that winter is here and that outdoor gardening is done for a while. Here are a few practices you should develop to end this growing season and ready your garden for the next season. Greenhouse: Remove all old plant...
by Cynthia Strawson | Jun 9, 2023 | Greenhouses
Summertime on the prairies usually includes a vacation away from home, whether it’s a weekend of camping or a longer road trip. If you are taking that vacation, here are a few tips you should follow to make sure your plants are ok while you are away. Protect your...
by Cynthia Strawson | Apr 16, 2023 | Greenhouses
Spring is the ideal time to prepare yourself—and your equipment—for a new growing season. Here are five things to do before the outdoor season hits. Sterilize equipment Sterilize your shears and secateurs in a 10% bleach solution. I use a 500ml measuring cup with 50ml...
by Cynthia Strawson | Mar 20, 2022 | Greenhouses
Consider these five things when deciding which greenhouse works best for you. 1. Cost: Start with $/sqft but make sure you are comparing apples to apples here. When it comes down to dollar comparisons, some greenhouses are sturdy, some are flimsy. Some are made of...
by Cynthia Strawson | Mar 20, 2022 | Greenhouses
Remote Weather Sensor – put a sensor in the greenhouse so you can monitor from the comfort of your home. This is clutch when the weather starts to warm in spring so you can go out and adjust the temperature using manual vents, opening the top of the dutch door,...
by Cynthia Strawson | Mar 19, 2022 | Greenhouses
You finally took the plunge! If you’re like me, you dreamed of a greenhouse for years (decades?) and tried out a bunch of flimsy ones before finally investing in something that will last you for a few years. Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of...
