Storing Vegetable and Flower Seeds
A Garden's success depends in part on the quality of seeds planted. Ensure good quality seed by planting fresh seed from a reputable seed company. Vegetable and flower seeds may be kept for one year without appreciable decrease in ... [... more]
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Hobby greenhouses: construction & foundations
Greenhouses can be prefabricated or erected from raw materials, and the variety of shapes, sizes, and construction details offer endless possibilities to the greenhouse hobbyist. But before you start construction, check the local building codes ... [... more]
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Hobby greenhouses: coverings
Covering materials for the greenhouse vary greatly, and are determined by aesthetics, maintenance, cost and light infiltration factors. Glass is the most expensive covering material, but will transmit the most amount of light. Maintenance may ... [... more]
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Hobby greenhouses: heating & cooling
This PlantTalk Colorado script discusses heating and cooling hobby greenhouses. Polycarbonate and acrylic panels are popular alternatives to glass for covering greenhouses, but be sure to purchase specially designed panels for greenhouse use. ... [... more]
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Hobby greenhouses: types
This PlantTalk Colorado script discusses types of hobby greenhouses. Greenhouses are available in all sizes, shapes and degrees of strength. They can be bought in unassembled packages, complete and ready to set on foundations, or custom designed ... [... more]
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Seed storage
When storing seeds for the future, be aware that different types of seeds should be stored under different conditions. Their ability to produce a plant depends on the time of seed harvest and the conditions of storage. Most seeds should be stored ... [... more]
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