Gardening Through Uncertainty For many people gardening is a beloved pastime. Growing plants and produce is an unmatched feeling of reward! With the pandemic, more people have become interested in all of the benefits this hobby has to offer. Luckily for new and existing gardeners, this pastime has many perks that are especially beneficial in these … Continued
Received this picture today from Rodney with Giza Gardens. This is a custom built, pyramid style, greenhouse which will help extend your growing season. The unique style allows for better diffusion and with the insulated foundation, it also helps maintain the warm soil temperatures. To see a gallery of the Giza Gardens images, click … Continued
All it takes is one big snow or wind storm to cause considerable damage to your greenhouse. With global climate change, storms are becoming more severe every year. Fortunately there are actions you can take to prepare your greenhouse for future storms. Greenhouse Management magazine wrote an article on some useful tips to help reduce storm … Continued
If you guessed a Solexx covered walipini you would be correct. Over the years customers have asked us “how well does Solexx work in snow?”. I think these pictures tell the story. If your framework is solid, Solexx can handle the extra load of a snow storm. It really comes down to the greenhouse frame. … Continued
Does creating a screw hole weaken the item with the hole? The simple answer is yes. Screw holes remove material from the item – which by definition reduces the material available to carry load through the structure. Does this cause any issues with greenhouse frames covered with rigid Solexx twin-wall plastic? The answer is absolutely … Continued
Great news! Energy Trust just increased three of the greenhouse rebates they offer. In two cases they more than tripled the rebate. For more information you can call Ulrike Mengelberg, Outreach Manager, 971-244-8193 or check the Energy Trust Website at www.energytrust.org/ag The 3 increases include 1. Thermal Curtains are now $.30 per square foot, up from $.09. 2. Greenhouse … Continued
Once in a while we all experience a freak act of nature. A Solexx customer in Arkansas was caught in the path of a storm that produced golf ball to baseball sized hail on April 19th, 2016. The hail completely totaled his Dodge Durango, poked holes in siding and dented metal roofs. The Solexx covering … Continued
Bringing your production costs down and receiving grant support to do that at the same time? Be aware that it is possible via the Rural Energy for America Program. But what does this program do? And is it also available for greenhouse growers, local growers or urban farmers that are not located in rural areas? … Continued
The strength and durability of Solexx is a huge advantage over cheap greenhouses. Solexx greenhouses are popular in Alaska, Colorado, New England and many other snow prone locations. We decided to put Solexx to the test ourselves, to help give our customers a visual of the strength of Solexx. Since snow weight varies depending on … Continued
Now that hemp production has literally moved out of the closet in several states, the transition from a high-cost indoor cultivation facility to greenhouse production is a logical progression. Greenhouse growing takes advantage of the sun’s natural energy and light, resulting in substantial cost savings and reduced environmental impact. Whether you’re a new grower or … Continued