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When I moved homes and built a new greenhouse, I was in for quite a surprise. The natural soil on my new lot is sand. Pure, yellow sand. This means it drains really well. It also means it does not hold nutrients to feed my plants.
Showing off my arugula (also known as rocket) on Instagram leads to a lot of questions about my greenhouse and what I currently have growing.
A greenhouse is more than just a controlled growing environment—it’s a powerhouse of productivity. Every day, we hear from gardeners who want to grow fresh fruits and vegetables, extend their growing season, or overwinter their plants. However, one of the biggest concerns we hear is, "Will I have enough space?"
The great news is that even a compact greenhouse can produce a significant amount of food when space is used wisely. Think of your greenhouse in terms of vertical and horizontal quadrants—floor space, bench space, wall space, and even the ceiling. At BC Greenhouse Builders, our aluminum frame greenhouses feature an interior bolt track system, meaning you can securely attach shelves, baskets, or accessories anywhere you need them.
If you have a small greenhouse, don’t worry! There are countless ways to make room for new growth and maximize your harvest. For example, did you know that our beginner-friendly 8x8 Sunhaven Greenhouse can yield hundreds of pounds of produce per year? With the right approach, you can cultivate an abundant garden in any space.
When planning a lean to greenhouse, its placement is critical to its functionality and aesthetic appeal. A well-positioned attached greenhouse can enhance both your gardening experience and your home’s appearance. According to Angela Drake, Marketing Director with BC Greenhouse Builders, 1 out of 4 inquiries about new greenhouses involve home-attached designs. So, is this an option for you?
It's essential to consider several factors before committing to planning a lean-to greenhouse.
Kyle began his storied career with BCG in 1997. “I actually worked with Rick’s brother in law Roger at Ryder Truck Rentals and he knew that Rick was looking for someone as an office guy. In true Roger fashion, he really oversold it and called it a ‘worldwide conglomerate’ as Roger would do and I thought “Wow, this sounds amazing”. Worldwide actually meant that the company had shipped a greenhouse to Australia once.” Flash forward to 2021 with Rick and Kyle at the helm and we truly are worldwide!
BC Greenhouse Builders Limited, North America’s leading builder of hobby and estate greenhouses, is proud to announce the recent article “A Photographer's Backyard Greenhouse is Picture Perfect” by Christy Wright. The article features our customer Emily Yewchuck and her stunning Cottage model 12x16 glass greenhouse.
If your tomato blooms are bending and falling off, flower and all, they are having a heatstroke. When extreme heat hits, greenhouse tomatoes fail to set fruit even as the leaves keep growing and new blooms appear.
Joanna DeJong, Accounts Manager of BC Greenhouse Builders, started her long career in 1997. One of the few legacy employees who not only remembers the Hedley location in Burnaby but worked there too. Joanna started as a Girl Friday of sorts but her introduction to the Heinen family started much earlier.
