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Planning for a Hobby Greenhouse

November 25th, 2010

The right greenhouse can make it possible to grow most things in almost any climate. Even if you live in an extremely hot and dry part of the world or in a cool and wet location, a greenhouse is able to provide the protection you need to create perfect growing conditions for almost any plant.

There are many benefits of having your own hobby greenhouse but you need to do some planning when you decide to start your project. Here are several things you should consider when setting up
your own hobby greenhouse kit:

Size and Available Space:
Greenhouse kits can be designed to fit almost any space, big or small. If you have room for a garden than you easily have room for your own greenhouse. There’s also a variety of different styles from freestanding to lean-to’s that make it possible to have a greenhouse in almost any
situation.

Time:
A hobby greenhouse creates the opportunity to spend as much or as little time as you like with your garden. You no longer need to worry about constant weeding or having to protect your plants from
invasive creatures. If you’d rather spend time in the garden than the grocery store a greenhouse might be a great fit.

Budget:
Getting started with your own hobby greenhouse costs less than you might think. With a quality plan in place you should be able to begin growing your fruits and vegetables while staying on budget. In the long-run it is possible to save money with a greenhouse since you will be growing your own fruits and vegetables. A package of seeds is usually far cheaper than buying that same vegetable or fruit in a grocery store.

Types of Plants:
Nearly any plant can be grown in a greenhouse, however some thought needs to be put into what types of plants you hope to grow. When you have decided on the type of garden you want, a greenhouse will allow you to control the environment to provide ideal growing conditions for your plants. Doing some research before hand will ensure that you know how to effectively use your greenhouse and create optimal growing conditions.

Accessories:
It is a good idea to become familiar with greenhouse accessories before you get started. The more you know about climate control, watering devices, temperature control and basic gardening tools
the more likely it is that you will be able to stay on budget.

Once you have setup your hobby greenhouse, most of your work is done. When your garden becomes established, you don’t have to worry about environmental elements such as drought, too much precipitation, frost or snow. Greenhouses protect your plants from pests such as deer, rabbits, raccoons, or insects and can completely eliminate any weeds from choking out your delicate plants.

If you research, plan and design accordingly, your hobby greenhouse garden will be more productive and require very little maintenance. A greenhouse allows for experimentation with various fruits and vegetables and allows you to express the joy you receive from gardening all year long.

For further information: www.nationalgreenhouse.com
Contact: andrewg@nexuscorp.com
Phone: (800) 303-1543 ext.533

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The Benefits of a Hobby Greenhouse

November 19th, 2010

Having a hobby greenhouse is a wonderful way to grow your own flowers, vegetables, herbs and fruits and is rapidly becoming a popular hobby throughout the world. For many people, the most important part of having your own greenhouse is knowing exactly what has gone into the plants. Everything you grow can be completely organic and fresher than anything you get at a grocery store. A greenhouse creates peace of mind, allowing the gardener to experiment with various growing techniques or grow unusual and sometimes exotic plants.

Another wonderful perk about setting up your own greenhouse kit is the ability to extend your growing season. You are able to have plant growth start weeks or sometimes months ahead of schedule and you also extend the growing season late into the fall or winter months. Imagine eating perfectly ripened tomatoes in February or enjoying a completely fresh salad in December. With a greenhouse you no longer have to worry about missing the growing window for certain fruits and
vegetables.

Greenhouses protect your plants from the harsh elements that Mother Nature creates. Delicate flowers or tender greens can be ruined by an early or late frost. Tomatoes, beans or other vegetables can easily be uprooted by strong winds. Tender herbs and salads can easily be
damaged by heavy rain or too much moisture. Greenhouse kits provide protection for all of your plants of any type and size.

No matter what type of plants you choose to grow, having your own greenhouse kit is a wonderful way to express yourself. Time seems to melt away as you cultivate and harvest your plants. Gardeners love the thought of being able to work on their own garden during the middle of the winter or not worry about weeding the garden during the warmer summer months. A hobby greenhouse kit is very affordable and can be setup with ease in nearly any location.

Growing your plants in a greenhouse is rapidly becoming one of the more popular hobbies in the United States and you too can experience the joy of gardening every month of the year.

For further information: www.nationalgreenhouse.com
Contact: andrewg@nexuscorp.com
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Greenhouse Kits: Convenient, Affordable and a Healthy Choice

October 13th, 2010

The average family spends thousands of dollars at the grocery store each year on produce. Most of the fresh food items your family will eat are often grown in locations all over the world and that produce isn’t as fresh as it could be.

In fact, studies have shown that vegetables purchased at the grocery store lose as much as half of their nutritional value during transit. Much of that produce will ripen at varying rates and what you can’t eat ends up in the garbage. Often times you are not able to find special varieties in your grocer’s produce section.

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could find exactly what you are looking for, every time and have it fresh on your table each and every day? Having your own greenhouse is one way to ensure you produce is fresh, nutritional and pesticide free.

Some of the benefits of growing your own food in a greenhouse include:

Cost Savings:
It only costs cents on the dollar to grow your own produce. The cost saving benefit of having a greenhouse is the extended growing season that allows you to have fresh tomatoes, greens and other vegetables all year long. That could translate into hundreds of dollars saved on a monthly basis if you buy seeds and grow your own vegetables.

Higher Nutritional Value:
Produce shipped from different parts of the world is harvested prematurely and ripen while in transit. Many of the beneficial nutrients are lost during a process known as respiration. Produce continues to respire long after harvest and use what they already have inside to ripen because they are no longer able to gather nutrients from the plant and soil.

No Harmful Pesticides Used:
By growing your own produce inside of a greenhouse, you can limit the usage of harmful pesticides. By growing your own produce in your greenhouse you know exactly what is sprayed onto your vegetables.

Time Saving:
Does this sound familiar? You get into your car and fight traffic along the way to the grocery store. Now you have to fight the crowds as you sift through the few produce items that look somewhat fresh. Then you have to wait in the checkout line, pay, load up your car and fight traffic so you can get home to cook dinner. Now imagine going home to pick fresh produce right out of your greenhouse.  Why not enjoy the fruits of an indoor garden year round.

A Wonderful Hobby:
Hobby gardening is one of the most rewarding and popular hobbies in the world. Having a greenhouse allows you to grow anything from fruits and vegetables, to herbs and even flowers. Because you don’t need to spend time weeding you can truly enjoy the benefits of gardening all year long. Just picture yourself stepping into the quiet and warm atmosphere of your greenhouse in the middle of winter.

Owning your own greenhouse can extend your growing season, while enhancing your quality of life.

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Environmental Advantages of Owning Your Own Home Greenhouse

February 17th, 2010

With the increasing popularity of sustainable, organic and local agriculture, the environmentally conscious consumer is looking harder than ever at the impact their food purchases make. Read more…

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How to Setup Hobby Greenhouses

February 17th, 2010

Backyard gardeners and hobby greenhouse owners share a passion for gardening. The fundamental difference between the two is that one is able to garden year round while the other is forced inside for the whole of winter and spring. Read more…

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The Top Ten Things to Look For When Purchasing Greenhouse Kits

February 3rd, 2010

1. Warranties

High quality greenhouse kits will be supported by strong warranties. A company which believes in the durability and quality of their products will always back them up with an exceptional warranty. Read more…

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Seasonal Gardening in a Home Greenhouse

February 3rd, 2010

Though a home greenhouse allows the owner to cultivate virtually any plant at any time of the year, a popular  trend has become seasonal gardening within the greenhouse environment. Read more…

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Home Greenhouses 101

January 19th, 2010

Home greenhouses are aluminum structures, glazed with glass or polycarbonate panels, which allows natural light to nourish plants year round. The controlled environment provided by home greenhouses extends the gardening season indefinently regardless of the weather or other competing external factors. Read more…

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