Air-conditioning has moved into the greenhouse. With summer heat pushing against the glass outside, spring flourishes in the mild climate within. You can grow asters, snapdragons, stock, carnations, and many foliage plants that languish or get buggy in high temperatures. And you find yourself taking refuge in the cool, humid air—even in mid-August when work … Read more
When I bought my little house in September 1954, the former owners moved out of the kitchen cabinet to take to their new house. However, when the rubbish collector took the top by mistake, they thought the cabinet would be worthless. Idea Of Making a Poor Man’s Greenhouse Then, I had the idea of making … Read more
Two worthwhile ideas come to mind for making the most of summer in the small greenhouse. These are useful crops or tropical displays. Permanent flowering plants, especially those which are winter-blooming in the cool or moderately warm greenhouse, need 2 months or more outdoors and may be plunged into the ground in a protected place. … Read more
Remember how you stepped into your greenhouse one cold, snowy day last January, and the warm, moist atmosphere and freshness of green, growing things made you catch your breath? With shading and proper ventilation, you can make your greenhouse almost as pleasant in the summer. If you live where summer temperatures soar into a dry … Read more
I strive for continuous bloom in my greenhouse for 12 months of the year, which I do have. Unlike many others I have seen, my greenhouse is working at capacity the entire year. Like many of you, I am still working. I commute 22 miles twice a day; hence the time I spend in the greenhouse … Read more
Every garden lover, at one time or another, has had a dream of an indoor garden, a heart-warming vision of plants blossoming throughout the winter. He yearns for the delight of planting seeds and growing cuttings for decorations or corsages, all within the home’s walls. But, unfortunately, most have abandoned the idea with a sigh … Read more
Are you missing out on the fun of greenhouse gardening – growing anything you like, from annuals to orchids, all year-’round because you fear the cost? Or because you think it would take more time than you can spare? Or because you don’t think you have a suitable spot for a greenhouse anyway? If so, … Read more
Today, more and more people are contemplating owning a home greenhouse. Greenhouse gardening as a year-round, all-weather activity appeals to men and women of all ages. Some want it strictly for relaxation; some are looking toward retirement years; some want a profitable hobby, and some wish to start a full-time business. Here are answers to … Read more
The fundamental fascination of owning a greenhouse is the knowledge that now you can grow rare, odd, and unusual plants. It is impossible to grow and flower many of these specimens in the garden or house, but in your home greenhouse, they will flourish. Also, seeking them out from far-off nurseries and growers can be … Read more
If you are a new greenhouse owner and are a little frightened at the prospect of what to grow, perish such fears. You bought a greenhouse to have fresh flowers throughout the winter; you dreamed of the fun and relaxation of gardening in the health-giving sunshine, which is precisely what your new greenhouse will bring. … Read more