Passive solar greenhouse? Hmmm… Aren’t all greenhouses solar? Well, yes, they are. But a passive solar doesn’t use any supplemental heating, like propane, to keep it warm at night. The insulating nature of the greenhouse panels helps hold in heat to some extent. But how on earth could plants survive a cold winter night without …
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There are literally dozens of manufacturers who offer greenhouse kits for home use. Most are well designed, quality products. Some, not so great. If you’d love to have a greenhouse, but just don’t have the skills or time to plan and build one from scratch, a kit house is just the thing for you! A …
Using raised garden bed kits is a great way to get a jumpstart on the planting and preparing of your garden. Not only are they perfect for giving you the materials needed and providing step-by-step directions, but they’re also great for creating a garden space, fast. Many people tend to think that there is just …
If you spend any significant time in the garden, you know the importance of a good pair of gardening shoes! If you want to keep your feet safe from the garden muck, mud, and hazardous tools, you need to make sure you have the best gardening shoes on your feet. Shoes You Shouldn’t Wear In …
Japanese gardens (also called dry rock gadens) are exquisitely designed spaces that are often created to give you a place to go and relax and find your Zen. They are often used to meditate, inspire the gardener, and just transform your garden into a beautiful place. These types of gardens don’t have to be large, …
These crispy spiralized zucchini fries are a fun way to use up your zucchini and squash bounty. Your kids will come for seconds, not thinking twice about the vegetables they’re eating. And the adults will secretly wish the kids didn’t eat as much 😛 All silliness aside, I promise you won’t be sorry if you …
If your garden is producing more zucchini than you can eat, I have some good news for you. Fried zucchini is absolutely divine! Oh…. the flavor! One of my favorite ways to eat this overproductive vegetable. I just picked 3 more golden zucchini from the garden today and I’m in the mood for crispy fried …
Every gardener I know has a boatload of zucchini throughout the summer. Go ahead, and give everyone your extras, but don’t forget to try it in different ways: make zucchini bread, muffins, fry them, sautee them, bake them, and freeze some for later. Baked zucchini is easy to make and so yummy! Try some of …
LED technology has advanced significantly in the last 10 years. They are more efficient than ever. They give off less heat, costs are way down, and they can produce the full light spectrum needed for your plants. But which are the best LED grow lights for your hydroponic garden? Leep reading to learn more. Looks …
Have you been looking out towards your garden with a nagging thought that something is missing, but you can’t place your finger on it? How about a concrete garden bench? Pop it next to your solar birdbath fountain and you can enjoy your visitors in comfort. What’s more, is that your garden bench can actually …