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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.
18 min read For agronomists
The bell pepper is a valuable crop, rich in vitamins and requiring a special approach when grown in protected soil. This article examines the biological characteristics of the plant, the necessary microclimate conditions, and the principles of selecting cultivars for greenhouses
4 min read For gardeners
Humidity and nighttime condensation often alarm vegetable growers, yet they are not the main enemies of the harvest. We examine how to properly manage the microclimate in the greenhouse and why leaf removal is necessary in August
7 min read For gardeners
The article examines methods of prevention and control for common tomato diseases. The reader will learn how to protect plants from late blight, blossom-end rot, and blotchy ripening
6 min read For gardeners
Hydroponics allows for the automation of vegetable production and efficient operation without cultivated soil. The article examines the rules for selecting substrates, methods of their use, and the specifics of low-volume growing technologies
18 min read For agronomists
To obtain a high yield of peppers in a greenhouse, it is necessary to correctly combine organic and mineral top dressing. The article describes methods for preparing nutrient infusions and rules for adjusting nutrition when signs of nutrient deficiency in plants are identified
6 min read For gardeners
Summer heat in the greenhouse is more dangerous for tomatoes than a short-term cold snap. We examine why plants suffer from heat even when vents are open and how to control the temperature regime in a standard summer-house greenhouse
