There is nothing like new life in spring and starting seeds is one of the best ways to enjoy the start of the season. Unlike transplants, seedlings are fragile and require newborn-like attention: the right media, temperature, light, water and food. To a new gardener, meeting these needs may seem like a challenge. But with a little knowledge and the right equipment, success is easy and just a few short days or weeks away. Read more...
Continue Reading | No Comments | January 18th, 2013
Wanted to share a recent review an Eastern Washington customer left on our website about there experience using Solexx Greenhouse Covering….
We had two greenhouses. One was a hoop house covered with greenhouse film. The other is 12 x 24 covered with the Solexx Panels. The hoop house was recently destroyed by snow and wind, the Solexx Greenhouse is still up and growing many of our winter greens.
Having had both kinds of greenhouses, don’t waste your money on the thin ( 4 mil) filmed plastic greenhouses. They always end up ripping. Pay the price and get something that will last for years.
This sheeting is great in the summer with a shade cloth, and fantastic in the winter. I am not happy that I am going to have to build another greenhouse to replace the one I just lost. I will be using nothing but the hard Solexx Panels this time around.
Continue Reading | Comments Off | January 10th, 2013
Not much happens in the Northwest. Sure, we are in an earthquake and volcano zone, but the chances of a major event happening in your lifetime is rare. A few weeks ago, we had a very unusual emergency alert come through the Portland community. The alert said to not drink tap water until further notice due to a potential ecoli scare. Immediately, we realized we were not prepared with extra bottled water on hand and headed to the nearest store. Read more...
Continue Reading | No Comments | September 12th, 2012
Greenhouse gardening is a popular hobby for people of all ages. Many older adults believe that their gardening days are over once they move to a retirement home. However, there are greenhouse gardening options for retirement homes for people at nearly every level of ability, with the use of right equipment and the assistance of a friendly helper. Read more...
Continue Reading | No Comments | August 9th, 2012
In order to reduce transplant shock, which can set a plant back by as much as two weeks, biodegradable Cow Pots are an excellent option. Plant the 4” pots directly into the garden, raised bed or container. The Cow Pot disintegrates eliminating the need to disrupt the plant roots. It is also important to harden off your plants whenever you move them from one environment to another; whether it is from your home to the greenhouse or from the greenhouse to your garden. Hardening off is simply the process of gradually acclimating your plants to their new environment. Read more...
Continue Reading | No Comments | May 30th, 2012

Root Riot Seed Cubes
Last Saturday we were thrilled to be featured on the TV show Garden Time! The host, William, walked with us through our greenhouse to talk about our favorite seed starting supplies the we use in our Solexx Greenhouses. Read more...
Continue Reading | No Comments | March 21st, 2012
Greenhouse equipment is one of those areas of greenhouse gardening that you may not think about often, but has the potential to make or break your greenhouse hobby or business. Having the right greenhouse equipment ensures that you have greater success in growing healthy, bountiful crops. It also means far less headaches, and backaches while gardening in your greenhouse.
Watering in the Greenhouse Garden Read more...
Continue Reading | No Comments | July 12th, 2011
Greenhouse plastic can be a very versatile part of your greenhouse gardening hobby or business. By using greenhouse plastic sheeting, you can turn a sunny spot on your property into an inexpensive greenhouse with a minimal investment of time and money. Many wire-frame greenhouse kits come ready made for easy assembly with a lightweight, sturdy frame and easy to install greenhouse plastic. These types of greenhouse kits make greenhouse gardening easy and affordable for everyone. Read more...
Continue Reading | No Comments | June 10th, 2011
Setting up a greenhouse in your backyard may seem like a daunting task, but the truth is that installing your very own backyard greenhouse can be as easy as 1-2-3! Here’s how.
1. Order a lightweight backyard greenhouse kit that fits the space dimensions you have available to devote to your new greenhouse garden. Today’s greenhouse gardening kits come in affordable packages that include everything you need to get your greenhouse up in a jiffy! Read more...
Continue Reading | No Comments | May 24th, 2011
Great greenhouses for farmers and garden hobbyists can range from the small sized portable greenhouse to the elaborate commercial greenhouse. Farmers and garden hobbyists alike enjoy greenhouse gardening, and you can join their green ranks and experience the bountiful rewards of tending your own greenhouse garden. To get started, consider which type of greenhouse is right for you.
Things to Consider in Selecting a Greenhouse Read more...
Continue Reading | No Comments | May 18th, 2011