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Posts about: ## hobby greenhouse kit (3) ![](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/hubfs/Image%20of%20Soil%20Primer.jpg) ### [What's the Best Soil for Greenhouse Gardening? A Comprehensive Guide](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/greenhouse-garden-tips-the-best-soil-primer) Jan 4, 2022, 4:22:00 PM ## What is the Best Soil for Greenhouse Growing? ### Quick Answer: **What is the best soil for greenhouse gardening?** The ideal soil for greenhouse growing balances drainage, nutrient retention, and microbial activity—making custom blends like loam, triple mix, or super soil more effective than natural or bagged top soils. **Should you use bagged soil or soil-less mixes in a greenhouse?** While convenient, most bagged top soils and soil-less mixes lack essential nutrients and structure for long-term crops, so combining them with compost or organic amendments is key. **How can you create high-performance soil for greenhouse plants?** Blending your own triple mix (one-third soil, compost, and peat) or upgrading to a nutrient-rich super soil with worm castings, biochar, and trace minerals provides a strong foundation for healthier plants, richer flavors, and vibrant blooms. --- If you are new to gardening and think growing is just a matter of adding water, you're in for a surprise. With terms like super soil, triple mix, natural soil, and even soil with no soil—it's no wonder new gardeners feel overwhelemed. So how do you choose the right soil for strong, healthy growth? And how do you get the most flavorful food and the brightest blooms? ![](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/hubfs/IMG_0003.jpeg) ### [How Do You Grow Plants Successfully in Pots in Your Greenhouse?](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/greenhouse-gardening-tips-growing-in-pots) Nov 30, 2021, 12:58:00 PM ### Quick Answer: To grow healthy plants in greenhouse pots, select the right pot size and material—using breathable options like terra cotta or fabric pots for moisture-sensitive plants—choose nutrient-rich soil suited to your crop, and refresh or repot plants seasonally to prevent root crowding and nutrient depletion, ensuring optimal growth and flexibility. --- ## How do you grow? Essentially there are two ways to grow in soil in your greenhouse. [You can grow in pots or you can grow in planting beds.](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/greenhouse-garden-tips-maximizing-space-to-grow-your-own-food) We look now at growing in posts, and we will consider the positives and negatives growing directly in the ground. ![The inside of Donna's Greenhouse](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/hubfs/The%20inside%20of%20Donna%20Balzers%20Greenhouse.jpg) ### [What Are the 6 Tips for Cleaning a Greenhouse Before Winter Sets In?](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/greenhouse-garden-tips-spring-cleaning-comes-early) Nov 9, 2021, 3:48:00 PM ### Quick Answer: **What are the 6 essential tips for cleaning a greenhouse before winter sets in?** The best time to clean your greenhouse is in late fall when plant growth slows, focusing on removing dead plants, reducing watering, clearing cobwebs, washing overwintering plants, and cleaning row covers to prevent pests and diseases. A thorough fall cleaning deters common greenhouse problems like mold, fungus gnats, and spider mites, ensuring a healthier growing environment for the upcoming season. Starting early and cleaning on a sunny day optimizes results and prepares your greenhouse for a productive spring restart. --- ## Its never too early to get a head start ## My husband and I planned a mid-week ski trip but on departure day I was still in my off finishing a time-sensitive project. We were staying overnight at the hill, it was still a workday, and the car was loaded up. There was no rush to get moving. ![Donna Balzer and her dog](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/hubfs/30.jpg) ### [How to Clear Greenhouse Waste? Tips for Small-Scale Gardeners](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/october-in-the-garden-composting-and-greenhouse-winter-ready) Oct 15, 2021, 12:51:00 PM ### Quick Answer: Clearing greenhouse waste on a small scale involves chopping bulky plants into smaller pieces to speed composting, using tools like a chipper and rodent-proof compost bins such as the Speedibin for faster, pest-free decomposition. When animal assistance isn’t available, this method efficiently manages large volumes of plant debris, turning waste into valuable compost in about six months. Proper waste management not only keeps your greenhouse tidy but also supports sustainable gardening by recycling nutrients back into your soil. --- Arnold is always hungry. And some of his favorite foods are the fruits and vegetables I grow in my [greenhouse](https://www.bcgreenhouses.com/greenhouses/cross-country/pacific-series/).  He also eats the plants of the tomatoes and squash I grow. He gently pokes around, licking up the small green fruits first and then chomps down on the whole tangled twisted plant. ![BC Greenhouse with Five-wall polycarbonate.](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/hubfs/BC%20Greenhouse%20with%20Fivewall%20Polycarbonate.jpg) ### [What Are the Benefits of Fivewall Polycarbonate for My Greenhouse?](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/best-energy-efficient-greenhouse-glazing) Sep 8, 2021, 1:47:00 PM ### Quick Answer: Fivewall polycarbonate is a durable, energy-efficient glazing option with high insulation (R-value 3.03), 62% light transmission, and excellent structural strength—making it ideal for cold climates, snow loads, and year-round greenhouse gardening. --- ## What is Fivewall Polycarbonate Glazing? BC Greenhouses has been working with this [glazing](https://www.bcgreenhouses.com/greenhouse-buying-tips/glazing-systems/) product for a few years. It was so impressive in terms of its energy efficiency that we built a new aluminum framing system to accommodate the wider profile. For example, a typical single glass greenhouse glazing is 3mm in thickness whereas the Fivewall polycarbonate is an impressive 16mm. ![](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/hubfs/IMG_0777-1.jpg) ### [What Are Some Tips for Growing Prize-Winning Tomatoes for Fall Fairs?](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/greenhouse-gardening-tips-prize-winning-tomatoes) Sep 7, 2021, 2:54:00 PM ### Quick Answer: Growing prize-winning tomatoes requires a greenhouse for earlier ripening and protection, careful late-summer pruning and low-nitrogen fertilization with calcium, consistent watering, and good air circulation to produce healthy, blemish-free fruit ready for competition. --- My tomatoes are sitting beside me in the front seat of my shiny black station wagon. We are on our way to the fair!  ![greenhouse in garden](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/hubfs/greenhouse%20in%20garden.jpg) ### [What Are the 5 Easy Steps to Start My Greenhouse Garden Today?](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/setting-up-your-greenhouse) Aug 19, 2021, 2:44:00 PM ### Quick Answer: **What are the 5 easy steps to start my greenhouse garden today?** To kickstart your greenhouse garden, begin by buying ready-to-plant vegetables, adding quality soil or potting mix, and growing in nursery pots if beds aren’t built yet. **How do I quickly set up a productive greenhouse space with minimal effort?** Install shelves for vertical growing, personalize your space for comfort (yes, even a chandelier!), and remember: starting small today means thriving plants tomorrow. --- ## Setting Up Your Greenhouse: The box has finally arrived - the greenhouse is assembled. Now what? I called Rodney a year after his greenhouse was installed. I expected him to brag about the size of his tomatoes or the hours he spends sitting and enjoying the beautiful space he created. ![Pacific 6x16 glass greenhouse](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/hubfs/Garden-Long-Weekend-May-2014-004.jpg) ### [Should I Buy a Greenhouse Kit for My Garden? Yes!](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/why-buy-a-greenhouse-kit) Aug 17, 2021, 2:00:00 PM ### Quick Answer: **Should I buy a greenhouse kit for my garden?** Yes—especially if you live in a colder climate or anticipate moving in the future, a high-quality greenhouse kit offers unmatched flexibility, durability, and long-term value. Unlike homemade structures, B.C. Greenhouse kits are designed for easy disassembly and reassembly, allowing you to relocate or expand your greenhouse as your needs change. Backed by over 70 years of expertise and glowing customer experiences—including one gardener who’s moved his greenhouse five times over 30 years—these kits provide a lasting investment, exceptional support, and a deeply rewarding connection to gardening in every season. --- With over 70 years of experience and conversations with thousands of customers over the years, if you live in a colder climate or will ever think about moving, a greenhouse kit is the way to go.  Did you know you can easily disassemble our greenhouses and move them to a new location?  Not so easy to do with a homemade greenhouse.  In fact, many of our customers choose to add an extension when they move because they have more space! ![Winter vegetables growing](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/hubfs/bush%20beans.jpg) ### [What Are the Tips for Managing & Double Cropping? Summer Prep for Winter Greenhouse](https://blog.bcgreenhouses.com/start-planning-for-your-winter-greenhouse-now) Aug 3, 2021, 1:54:00 PM ### Quick Answer: **What are the tips for managing and double cropping in a greenhouse to prepare for winter?** Effective greenhouse management in summer involves double cropping fast-growing plants like radishes between slower growers such as peppers, using trap crops like beans to monitor pests, and starting winter-hardy crops early to maximize space and season length. Planning ahead by maintaining seedlings in flats and supplementing nutrients ensures continuous, healthy growth, allowing gardeners to transition smoothly from summer to fall and winter crops. This strategic approach optimizes greenhouse productivity year-round and helps prevent common pest issues. --- ## Surprisingly, Summer is the perfect time to prep for winterization Managing your [winter greenhouse](https://info.bcgreenhouses.com/en-ca/bc-greenhouses-in-winter) with crops coming and going is a bit of an art form, so please bear with me. 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