Description: Turn your dreams of year-round growing into reality with help from Home Greenhouse Revival and its advice on modern greenhouse growing for food, flowers, houseplants, and more.
Greenhouses have long symbolized the gardener's dream: a place where seeds sprout easily, tropical plants flourish, and food grows even in the depths of winter. Today, that dream is easier and more affordable than ever. With the availability of ready-to-assemble kits, easily controlled systems, and efficient, environmentally friendly materials, anyone can grow in a greenhouse that fits their budget and lifestyle. In Home Greenhouse Revival, you'll learn how to choose the right structure, site it for success, and maintain the perfect environment for everything from orchids and succulents to citrus trees and tomatoes. Filled with practical guidance and expert insight from a professional horticulturist, this book demystifies greenhouse growing for hobbyists and serious gardeners alike. Inside, you'll find:- Comprehensive guidance on choosing, sizing, and siting your greenhouse to match your growing goals and local climate.
- Expert advice on temperature, light, humidity, and ventilation--so you can grow with confidence.
- Plant-specific strategies for growing a wide array of plants under glass or plastic.
- Smart technology integration tips for automating watering, lighting, and climate control using affordable, modern tools.
- Over 75 detailed profiles of plants perfect for greenhouse cultivation, including flowers, houseplants, vegetables, herbs, fruits, and more.
Whether your goal is to grow fresh greens through winter, nurture delicate tropicals, or simply enjoy a haven of green when the garden outside is asleep, Home Greenhouse Revival shows you how to do it beautifully, efficiently, and affordably. This is the ultimate resource for gardeners ready to take their growing to the next level--no matter what they're cultivating.
Review Quotes:
"One of the things I love so much about this book, however, was its approachability. It is a book that anyone, regardless of experience level, could truly enjoy, allowing beginners to get what they need to start their greenhouse and experienced owners to troubleshoot problems."
--Susan Bewlwey, Budget Earth