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Greenhouse Management
Growing your own seedlings saves money and extends the growing season. You will need to care for your seedlings every day for many weeks in a greenhouse. These simple tips will help you grow health
How to choose the right tray for your seedlings
How to choose the right tray for your seedlings. Learn how to choose the right size cell pack or pot to transplant seedlings into. Seedlings grow best when their roots have room to grow.
Starting Seeds Indoors
Start seeds in a greenhouse to:
Save money. Seeds cost less than plants. Grow special varieties that are only available as seeds. Or use seeds you saved. Extend the growing season. Time your
Planting Swiss Chard in Trays
Growers will learn how and when to start planting swiss chard seeds in trays inside a greenhouse.
How to Use a Seedling Heat Mat to Start Seeds
A seedling heat mat is a waterproof plastic mat. It heats your soil by about 10-20°F or 6-11°C warmer than the air temperature. It keeps the soil at a constant temperature and helps the seeds g
Start Lots of Seeds in Slot Trays
You can use slot trays to start lots of seeds in a small space. Do this when space is limited, seed is old, germination rate is low, or seed is too small to handle.
How to Replace an End Fitting on a Garden Hose
Garden hoses break. Equipment can damage them or they wear out. You can fix the hose with a new end fitting. You will need a new end fitting that is the same size as your hose.
Drip Irrigation – How to Install Drip Tape
Use Drip Irrigation to water long, straight rows of plants. Drip irrigation reduces spread of disease that droplets from sprinklers can cause. It saves water and reduces weed growth.
Drip Irrigation – How to Fix a Leak in Drip Tape
Damaged drip tape can lead to underwatering. You can fix small leaks with duct tape. Fix larger leaks with couplings.
Drip Irrigation – How to Install Header Line
To install drip irrigation, first install a header line. Next, install a pressure regulator between the header line and the water source.