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Film covers and modern agrotextile materials are key tools for microclimate management in a home garden. Using such covers allows agronomists and gardeners to protect crops from adverse weather conditions, including frosts and scorching sun, as well as to effectively combat pests. A properly selected material and a well-constructed cover accelerate the ripening of vegetable crops, increase soil temperature, and significantly increase total yield, creating optimal conditions for plant development at all stages — from growing transplants to obtaining finished products.
This collection contains practical recommendations on the selection, assembly, and operation of various types of structures: from small-sized film tunnels and frameless covers to stationary arched and ridge greenhouses. You will find detailed advice on working with polymer films and non-woven agrotextiles, learn methods for DIY material repair, rules for preparing hotbeds for the season, and specific features of maintaining frame structures. The presented materials will help systematize knowledge about modern methods of plant protection, facilitate the assembly process of covers, and extend the service life of materials used on the farm.
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Proper planting planning requires taking into account the habit, soil requirements, and plant care regime. This article covers the basics of agrotechnics for compatible crops and a step-by-step method for sowing tomato seed to achieve optimal emergence
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article examines practical approaches to the construction of attached greenhouses based on completed projects in Finland and Sweden. The reader will learn about cost-effective design methods and ways of integrating light-transmitting structures into the residential house structure
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Using metal drywall profiles allows for the inexpensive and rapid construction of a reliable greenhouse. This article details the key stages of design, material selection, and foundation preparation for a long-lasting structure
Vegetable growing For gardeners
The article examines the rules for growing savoy cabbage and kohlrabi, including temperature requirements, sowing patterns, and recommendations for top dressing. Basic methods for protecting brassica crops from common pests are also provided
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
The article examines technical solutions for ventilation of film greenhouses that allow for effective hardening of transplants. The author analyzes the reliability of structures, the efficiency of microclimate control, and the possibilities for mechanization of work in modern vegetable greenhouses
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article presents the technology for mounting film covers on frames, and provides recommendations for creating and installing portable structures to protect vegetables from cold snaps. You will learn about methods for securing film and setting up a rainwater irrigation system
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
The author shares professional experience in the development of the protected ground industry and recalls the work on the first recommendations for growing vegetables and transplants under film covers. The article covers the historical development of greenhouses in the research environment
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
A practical guide to growing cucurbit crops in protected soil conditions. The article contains recommendations on soil preparation, microclimate management under plastic covers, and efficient planting schemes
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article describes the differences in the crop management of leaf and root parsley, including spring sowing methods, seed preparation, and the basics of plant care. You will learn how to achieve uniform emergence and how to properly apply top dressing to obtain a high-quality harvest
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article examines important nuances of polycarbonate installation: identifying the protective UV layer and the rules for removing the protective film. Advice is also offered on the rational placement of greenhouses on the plot relative to the borders with neighbors
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Light is a key energy source for photosynthesis, upon which the greenhouse yield volume directly depends. The article describes methods for improving natural lighting and rules for installing electrical networks in protected soil conditions
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The quality of covering materials and frame reliability determine the greenhouse microclimate and crop maturation dates. The article will help to evaluate the advantages of film, glass, and plastic, as well as the main requirements for designing greenhouse structures
