During the 1600’s several techniques were used to protect horticultural crops against the cold. These included glass lanterns, bell jars, cold frames and hot beds covered with glass. In the seventeenth century, low portable wooden frames covered with an oiled translucent paper were used to warm the plant environment much as plastic row covers do […]
Garden Anywhere Year-Round with an Indoor Grow Box
If you’re an impatient gardener in the depths of a chilly winter, why not add a grow box to your gardening toolbox. Many gardeners consider building or buying a greenhouse to grow plants in the cold winter months. However, these can be expensive and a significant time commitment to get a return on your investment. A […]