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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
Using small-sized plastic covers allows for accelerating vegetable ripening and significantly increasing yield. The article examines the features of constructing frameless and arch structures for the protection of crops and seedlings
9 min read For gardeners
The article discusses practical recommendations for assembling frame hotbeds using double film to protect thermophilic crops. You will learn about the features of the structure design, materials for the frame, and methods of sealing for effective plant heating
3 min read For gardeners
A practical guide to self-construction of a frame greenhouse with a gable roof. You will learn the stages of foundation installation, the rules for assembling walls and the rafter system, taking into account the optimal consumption of materials
21 min read For gardeners
The author shares a personal experience of intensive greenhouse use and explains how to reduce irrigation frequency with hydrogel without increasing air humidity. You will learn how to successfully combine tomatoes and cucumbers, ignoring traditional advice about the incompatibility of these crops
8 min read For gardeners
Planning planting in protected ground helps to evaluate greenhouse profitability and correctly allocate the usable area. The article contains norms for crop density and forecasts for harvest per square meter
4 min read For gardeners
High-quality hotbed frames and reliable cover mats are the foundation of efficient crop cultivation. The article examines the technical standards for frame assembly and methods for producing insulating straw mats and alternative materials.
