Greenhouses

Latest Greenhouses Articles

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  Grow Spaces

  Hydroponica: Growing in the Fly’s Eye Dome

  In 1991, Biosphere 2, a large greenhouse structure, was constructed in Arizona. The original idea was to have eight people live in the enclosed structure for two years,...

  By: Peggy Bradley | Engineer, Founder of Institute of Simplified Hydroponics

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  Industry News

  Good Intentions Win with Hearts of Glass: Vertical Harvest Farms

  When ambitious people with good intentions set out to achieve a goal, karma often works in their favor.In the case of Vertical Harvest Farms, a win-win-win was developed...

  By: Lee Allen | Writer, Reporter, Gardener

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  Grow Spaces

  Exploring the Fuller Dome as a Biosphere Home

  Fuller’s Dome as a Biosphere HomeAmerican architect and visionary Buckminster Fuller developed a structure for housing called The Fly’s Eye Dome. Fuller...

  By: Peggy Bradley | Engineer, Founder of Institute of Simplified Hydroponics

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  Environmental Control

  7 Practical Heating Solutions for Your Indoor Grow

  When winter is in full swing, you may notice that your growroom is just a tad too cold for your plants. It may be time to look into adding a heating source. No matter if...

  By: Shannon McKee | Freelance Writer, Gardener

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  Growing Methods

  The Best Hydroponic Systems for Space Optimization

  An indoor garden or greenhouse provides many opportunities for growth enhancement and increased yields as well as a pleasant environment to enjoy, however, a growing...

  By: Lynette Morgan | Author, Partner at SUNTEC International Hydroponic Consultants

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  Plant Types

  How to Grow Outdoor Veggies All Winter Long

  Usually by the end of summer, gardeners are ready for a break from garden chores. Winter is a time to rest our bodies and plan next year’s garden. However, the...

  By: Monica Mansfield | Homesteader, Owner & Writer of The Nature Life Project

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  Environmental Control

  Automation Must-Haves for New Growers

  Hydro newbies, don’t be scared, just get growing! Hydroponic gardening is not that intimidating, just choose your own way of going about it. This article will...

  By: Keith "Tree Frog" Bouchard | Founder & Co-inventor at Multiponics

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  Grow Spaces

  Control Your Grow: Comparing Different Types of Growing Environments

  Greenhouses can create the perfect controlled growing environment. After all, they allow plants to utilize the sun for the energy required for photosynthesis, to...

  By: Keith "Tree Frog" Bouchard | Founder & Co-inventor at Multiponics

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  Industry News

  Recycle Your Light! Greenhouses and Light Pollution

  Supplemental electric lighting for greenhouses may be essential for extending the growing season in northern climates, but it comes with a not-so-hidden cost:...

  By: Ian Ashdown | Research Engineer, Consultant, Owner of Sun Tracker Technologies

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  Grow Spaces

  Glazing Your Greenhouse: 5 Ways to Cover Up

  A greenhouse glaze refers to the transparent material that makes up the walls and roof of a greenhouse and allows light to reach the plants within. When setting up your...

  By: Eric Hopper | Writer, Consultant, Product Tester

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  Industry News

  Why Large-Scale Cannabis Producers are Turning to Hybrid Greenhouses

  Contamination, quality and yield, and costs: this is the current order of concern for large-scale cannabis producers. These concerns have recently driven the largest...

  By: Michael Sassano | Founder & CEO of Solaris Farms

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  Grow Spaces

  Greenhouse Planning: What Growers Need to Know

  When planning for a greenhouse, most people start with the frame. This may seem like a good start, but there are some other important factors for commercial operators to...

  By: Eric Brandstad