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Greenhouses and covers

Protected cultivation: types of greenhouses, cold frames, and temporary covers, microclimate and supplementary lighting, heating and ventilation, soils and substrates, specifics of growing crops in enclosed structures, and season extension.

4 min read For gardeners

Choosing and installing a reliable base for a polycarbonate greenhouse

The service life of a greenhouse directly depends on the stability of the foundation and the accuracy of its installation. In this article, we will examine the specifics of installing the frame on T-shaped ground anchors and compare the operational characteristics of wooden, concrete, and tiled foundations

15 min read For gardeners

Design of ventilation systems and installation of greenhouse glazing

The article describes the principles of organizing effective air exchange in greenhouses and the technological nuances of installing light-transmitting roofing materials. You will learn about selecting profile systems and the rules for accounting for the thermal expansion of materials to ensure the structural airtightness

3 min read For gardeners

Growing cucumber and various onion species transplants in hotbeds

The article contains practical recommendations on the preparation of hotbeds and the care of cucumber, leek, and bulb onion transplants. Optimal sowing dates, temperature standards, and soil requirements for obtaining a high-quality harvest are discussed

18 min read For gardeners

Design and advantages of lean-to greenhouses on a summer cottage plot

A lean-to greenhouse is an efficient solution for a summer cottage plot, allowing the use of a house or outbuilding wall as a reliable structural element of the frame. Such a construction provides protection from cold winds, convenience of heating, and the possibility of year-round operation