Two expert gardeners will attend GIY gathering in Waterford

Greenhouse enthusiasts wishing to attend Waterford's Grow It Yourself (GIY) gathering next month may be interested to hear that expert gardeners Bob Flowerdew and Joy Larkcom have been lined up as guest speakers. Mr Flowerdew is a regular on BBC … [ Read More ]

Kew Gardens opens up its seed bank to help restore grassland habitats

Kew Gardens is to open up its Millennium Seed Bank in an attempt to help diversify the UK's dwindling grassland habitats, greenhouse owners may be interested to hear. The scientific institute is hoping to take specimens of flowers that have … [ Read More ]

Visitors flock to see Shrewsbury Flower Show

Greenhouse enthusiasts might be interested to hear that the Shrewsbury Flower Show saw visitor figures increase from last year's total of 45,000. The show, which took place last weekend, had an increase of 3,000 visitors on Friday alone and officials … [ Read More ]

Nana’s Tomatoes

I’ve been visiting my nana’s house, which contains the greenhouse of my youth. My granddad always kept up the greenhouse, which was very much an all-tomato affair. I don’t recall seeing another plant in there, perhaps the odd chrysanthemum, on … [ Read More ]

Caravan users encouraged to grow their own produce

Lovers of greenhouses may be surprised to hear that caravan owners are spending money on plots that allow them to grow their own produce. The Daily Mail reports that caravan owners are more willing to rent a plot of land … [ Read More ]

Could giant vegetable secrets be revealed?

Greenhouse enthusiasts who have long wondered how to grow some of the giant vegetables that are often seen in the press may get a few tips at an upcoming show. Experts in nurturing the huge natural ingredients are set to … [ Read More ]

Garden produce vital for sporty people

People looking to boost their sporting endurance may wish to consume food that is grown by greenhouse enthusiasts. According to performance nutritionist and sports scientist Laurent Bannock, fresh fruit and vegetables are vital to those who regularly participate in sports. … [ Read More ]

Parents encourage kids to start gardening

More people from younger generations could develop an enthusiasm for greenhouses in the future, as parents are encouraging their offspring to get out into the garden. While question marks have been raised about the mindset of disaffected youth in the … [ Read More ]

Southport Flower Show set to bloom this month

Greenhouse lovers may be interested to hear that one of the highlights of the gardening calendar, Southport Flower Show, starts later this month. The four-day event – which runs from August 18th to 21st – has a vintage theme and … [ Read More ]

Featured Blogger: Jean Vernon

Ventilation, Ventilation, Ventilation

Keeping a good airflow through the greenhouse is essential for healthy plant growth. It is especially important at the height of summer when temperatures outdoors can reach into the seventies and eighties (if we are lucky). To keep the air … [ Read More ]