The tunnel greenhouse
Article Abstract:
The tunnel greenhouse is a temporary shelter for plants and vegetables during the winter months. It is built with plastic covering on a wood frame. It must be reinforced to avoid collapsing after a heavy snowfall. Construction tips are provided.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1992
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Winter magic: harvesting a January crop of endive and building a cold frame in February
Article Abstract:
Two projects that can be completed during the winter are discussed. Tips on forcing endive, a winter lettuce, to grown in leaky buckets, are provided, as well as instructions on constructing a cold-frame as a mini-greenhouse.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1998
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Cold frames
Article Abstract:
Cold frames reduce the stress on plants during cold weather and serve as mini-seasonal greenhouses. They reduce the impact freezing has on plant moisture and minimize the wind-chill factor.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1992
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