Tag: greenhouse
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It is not in my nature to be the purveyor of doom and gloom. I am a dyed-in-the-wool optimist. Gardeners, we are told, differ from farmers in that they always think next year will be better; farmers know it will be worse. For both cultivators of the earth, there were lessons learned over the past…
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Goodness, I’m grateful for my greenhouse at this time of year, not only to raise seedlings, but also to offer a respite from the caprices of the weather. However, I was brought up short by a visit from a friend last year. She had first visited my garden about 30 years ago. ‘Goodness,’ she said,…
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The structure, located at the Cameron Road allotments in Chesham, was built by Sorbon Estates and The Garden Shed Project. This initiative, led by Sorbon’s Jordan Britnell and a team of volunteers, aims to provide year-round gardening opportunities for the charity’s members. The construction took place on November 8. The company’s charitable arm, the Shanly…
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As our greenhouses wind down for winter, now is the perfect time to plan for the year ahead. From rainwater harvesting to natural pest control, the experts at Hartley Botanic have revealed the top greenhouse trends set to shape 2025. Garden greenhouses have become more popular over the years, allowing gardeners to extend the growing…
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To help us provide you with free impartial advice, we may earn a commission if you buy through links on our site. Learn more On this page Show more links Having a great greenhouse is essential for any gardener. Within its transparent walls, the elevated temperature and shelter from the weather means any number of…
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Is a greenhouse on your wish list this year? They provide all sorts of opportunities to up your growing game – you can start seedlings early, protect plants from frost, and grow crops that love warmer temperatures. Or, perhaps you have one of these backyard buildings already, but it’s in need of a spruce. Either…
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It may surprise you to learn that in the midst of winter, a greenhouse is one of the most useful pieces of equipment gardeners can own. Greenhouses get a lot of use in spring and summer, whether it’s for sowing seeds, taking plant cuttings, or growing tomatoes, eggplants, and other vegetables. It’s also common to…
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They are one of the most popular ways to grow delicious fruit and veg for longer without worrying about the extremes of the British weather. But gardeners who have a greenhouse in their garden are being warned that they still need to prepare for the upcoming cold snap, which could cause chaos for seedlings and…
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Greenhouses are like little gardening havens, perfect for growing plants all year long—no matter what the weather’s doing outside. Whether you’re hoping to extend your growing season or just want to keep your favorite plants thriving through the colder months, having the right greenhouse can make all the difference. But with so many options out…
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Have you ever known a gardener with a home greenhouse and wished you had one, too? If so, you’re not alone. “Greenhouses are the dream of many gardeners,” says Marc Hachadourian, director of glasshouse horticulture and senior curator of orchids at the New York Botanical Garden. “Usually, only the more advanced take the plunge and…