Why is moss a problem in a greenhouse? Although moss and algae won’t kill your plants directly, if left to spread, it will begin to block sunlight and thus stunt young plants from growing freely. Therefore, the amount of moss and algae in a greenhouse should be kept to a minimum. Moss and algae will […]
Can plants freeze in a greenhouse? Yes, plants can freeze in a greenhouse. An unheated greenhouse will generally be 5 degrees warmer than the outside temperature. That means that a greenhouse will only begin to drop below zero in very wintry conditions. Some plants are frost hardy and will be able to withstand subzero temperatures. […]
Stevia is a herb grown in tropical climates for it’s ultra sweet, low calorie leaves. The leaves can be dried and used as a sweetener in drinks as well as directly in cooking. Stevia is a tender perennial however, as it requires a warm environment, it’s usually grown as an annual from seed. As germination […]
You wouldn’t think this, but your greenhouse can become filled with all sorts of flies and other pests before you know it, and you might be wondering where they all came from. The fact is, there are two pests that seem to be the most prevalent in many greenhouses: aphids and whiteflies, so as you […]
Ever wondered why your greenhouse is regularly full of condensation? Is it bad for your plants? How do I get rid of it? If so, we’ve put together a fantastic guide that will answer all of your questions. What Causes Condensation in a Greenhouse? With rare exceptions, condensation problems in a greenhouse are usually more […]
Eggplants (or aubergines to our European cousins) are a very versatile vegetable to grow in your greenhouse. They are fab in so many different recipes. There are also a wide range of varieties offering a range of different colors including, red, pink white, black and purple. Eggplants can be tricky to grow but fear not, […]
Growing spinach in your greenhouse is incredibly easy. What’s more, spinach is an extremely healthy crop to eat as it’s tasty green leaves contain high levels of iron, calcium and vitamin K. There are two varieties of spinach, annual and perpetual. Annual is the most common variety that you find in supermarkets. This guide focuses […]
If you love your greenhouse and want it to be as productive as possible, it has to have a thorough cleaning at least once a year. If your greenhouse is seasonal, it will need to be cleaned at the end of the growing season; however, if you use it all year long, you’ll have to […]
Greenhouses offer the perfect micro-climate to grow the tastiest tomatoes. By growing just a couple of plants, you and your family will be rewarded with plenty of fruits during the summer and autumn. By adding a handful more tomato plants to your greenhouse will have enough tomatoes to start creating your own preserves to enjoy […]
One of the biggest advantages to using a greenhouse to grow your vegetables is that you can grow these vegetables all year long, even when they are technically not “in season.” You can grow cold-hardy vegetables all year long and you won’t have to worry about outside conditions, because a greenhouse takes great care of […]
