The addition of a sunshade (Aluminet) to the roof was installed to reduce sunlight intensity as the basis for the greenhouse (my all-time favorite plant genus-philodendron), which require reduced light intensity. Naturally, the number and type of plant varieties selected and placed into the greenhouse rapidly increased, requiring me to remove the sunshade to increase sunlight intensity (removing all philodendron species) except during the fall and winter months. (Image courtesy: John Green).
The greenhouse’s wooden benches were built outside the greenhouse then secured to the framework for added structural support. The center bench can be strategically maneuvered inside the greenhouse, or ‘rolled’ outside as needed, making plant relocation a breeze. Metal grating has been placed on top of the lawn area outside the greenhouse entryway to make center-bench movement easier when relocating plants, while allowing the lawn to remain aesthetically pleasing. (image: John Green)
Gardeners, another wonderful week has quickly run its course, and summer is rapidly coming to an end. In fact, our local weather forecasters have assured us that next week (mid-week) will see a shift in daytime high temperatures which is our signal that fall is near at hand! The extended forecast (in my opinion is even better) as predications are that daytime temperatures decrease falling to th...
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