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Freestanding Greenhouse Package

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:49:00 -0700

Freestanding Greenhouse Package frame's of bengineered design is the secret. Our design team starts with Allied's Gatorshield 50,000 PSI, galvanized structural steel tubing. It's made for maximum performance in greenhouse design. Gatorshield averages 42% stronger and 15% lighter than Schedule 40 pipe. Still, tubing is tubing. It's the design that makes the difference. Nothing is used that will weaken your frame and cause it to fail when you need it the most! Frames available from 12' to 30' and any length in increments of the bow spacing.

My Garden - Gothic Arch Greenhouses

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Mon, 13 May 2013 08:30:00 -0700

If you have never experienced the wonder of anticipation of picking your own vine-ripened tomato or any number of delicious, nutritious garden vegetables….then you need to consider engaging in this rewarding endeavor.

Where ever you live, as long as you have an available location that receives 6 or more hours of sunlight a day, then you have the potential to raise some of your favorite vegetables and herbs.

The time and effort spent growing some of your own food is vastly rewarding both from a physical health and mental health perspective.

In our fast-paced cyber-world of instant gratification, working a garden re-connects us to the slower progression of Nature’s seasons.

Regardless of whether you spend several minutes or hours a day working in the garden…this special time allows one to offset the stress and tension created by our daily demanding lifestyle….a natural remedy for what ails you.

So, if you enjoy eating highly nutritious, delicious vegetables…and you have a little time and a sunny spot….think about planting a garden to pass the time more productively.

You just might find this activity to be tremendously fulfilling.

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Growing Your own Organic Vegetables in Your very own Greenhouse -Gothic Arch Greenhouses

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 10:29:00 -0700

There are challenges and advantages to growing your own organic vegetables in your very own greenhouse. One of the most important advantages is you’ll be growing and eating the highest quality and freshest food possible….and will only cost your time and basic natural nutrient that your plants require. Bugs and weeds will be held to a minimum provided by the protection of the greenhouse structure. If your greenhouse is a ‘Lean-To’ style, you’ll have the added option of seasonally diverting some of the warm and cool temperatures into your home generated in the greenhouse.

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Hobby Greenhouse Styles for your backyard at Gothic Arch Greenhouses

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 09:09:00 -0800

-Greenhouse Style

A hobby greenhouse can add much beauty to your home garden. Plants can be enjoyed year-round…and the greenhouse is a long-term investment.

If you are new to greenhouses, these are just some of the things to consider before purchasing a quality greenhouse…. from choosing a basic style of greenhouse to designing your workspace and deciding on heating, cooling, and ventilation.

How to deciding what style your greenhouse should be? Your first decision is to select a freestanding or attached greenhouse model. A ‘free-standing’ design allows you to select an appropriate site to maximize sunlight exposure and aesthetic appeal. Attached greenhouse models offer convenient access to services, good use of yard space and added insulation.

Greenhouse design styles vary widely and include A-Frame, Gothic Arch, Quonset, Gable Roof, High Pitch Roof. The greenhouse style will be determined by you budget, the location and climatic conditions of your area…. and of course, what you plan to grow.

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Considerations of Hydroponic Gardening at Gothic Arch Greenhouses

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Wed, 2 Jan 2013 12:50:00 -0800

The name "Hydroponics" was created from a latin word which means "Working Water". To most of us, it actually means growing plants without soil by supplying all needed nutrients in the plant's water supply.

This system is an easy way to grow plants therefore farmers and gardeners grow much of their crops hydroponically.

There are hundreds of different methods of hydroponic gardening. The foundation of all of these methods applies only three basic considerations.

What type of planting system will you utilize?

There are six types of hydroponic systems (stay tuned for future blogs for advantages and disadvantages of each)

Wick System

Water Culture

EBB & Flow (Flood and Drain)

Drip Systems (Recovery and Non-recovery)

N.F.T (Nutrient Film Technique)

Aeroponic

What type of feeding system will you utilize?

Most of the principles that apply to soil fertilizers also apply to hydroponic fertilizers, or nutrient solutions. A hydroponic nutrient solution contains all the elements that the plant normally would get from the soil. They come in liquid mixes or powered mixes, usually with at least two different containers, one for grow and one for bloom.

Testing pH is easy and essential in a hydroponics system. If the pH is too high or too low the plant will not be able to absorb certain nutrients and will show signs of deficiencies. pH should be checked once a week.

What type of growth media will you utilize?

The purpose of a growing medium is to aerate and support the root system of the plant and to channel the water and nutrients. Different growing mediums work well in different types of hydroponic systems. A fast draining medium, such as Hydrocorn or expanded shale works well in an ebb and flow type system. Hydrocorn is a light expanded clay aggregate. It is a light, airy type of growing medium that allows plenty of oxygen to penetrate the plant's root system. Both types of grow rocks can be reused, although the shale has more of a tendency to break down and may not last as long as the Hydrocorn. These grow rocks are very stable and rarely effect the pH of the nutrient solution.

Rockwool has become an extremely popular growing medium. Rockwool was originally used in construction as insulation. There is now a horticultural grade of Rockwool. Unlike the insulation grade, horticultural Rockwool is pressed into growing cubes and blocks. It is produced from volcanic rock and limestone. These components are melted at temperatures of 2500 degrees and higher. The molten solution is poured over a spinning cylinder, comparable to the way cotton candy is made, then pressed into identical sheets, blocks or cubes. Since Rockwool holds 10-14 times as much water as soil and retains 20 percent air it can be used in just about any hydroponic system. Although the gardener must be careful of the pH, since Rockwool has a pH of 7.8 it can raise the pH of the nutrient solution. Rockwool cannot be used indefinitely and most gardeners only get one use per cube. It is also commonly used for propagation.

Other commonly used growing mediums are perlite, vermiculite and different grades of sand. These three mediums are stable and rarely effect the pH of the nutrient solution. Although, they tend to hold too much moisture and should be used with plants that are tolerant to these conditions. Perlite, vermiculite and sands are very inexpensive options, and work charitably in wick systems, although they are not the most effective growing mediums.

Hydroponic gardening is the wave of the future. It is currently being studied in classrooms around the country, local horticultural societies and in government funded research at major universities and NASA. It is also becoming a popular hobby. Hydroponics is fun, exciting and easy to get involved in. Gothic Arch Greenhouses, Inc. can supply you with all of your Hydroponic needs.

Grow Organic Vegetables From Your Back-Yeard

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 10:52:00 -0800

Dark green leafy vegetables are probably the most concentrated source of nutrition of any food. They are a rich source of minerals (including iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium) and vitamins, including vitamins K, C, E, and many of the B vitamins.

Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin, so cook your greens with oil.
Vitamin K: Regulates blood clotting. Helps protect bones from osteoporosis. May help prevent and possibly even reduce atherosclerosis by reducing calcium in arterial plaque. May be a key regulator of inflammation, and may help protect from inflammatory diseases including arthritis. May help prevent diabetes

Micrograms of Vitamin K1 per 1/2 cup ~
Kale, cooked 630
Collard greens, cooked 520
Spinach, cooked 510
Turnip greens, cooked 425
Beet greens, cooked 350
Mustard greens, cooked 270
Brussels sprouts, cooked 210
Grow your own organic vegetables all year with the help of a quality greenhouse. The greenhouse is an enclosed structure that allows the gardener to grow crops in a controlled environment. This means that the right nutrients and proper sunlight are provided all year round without having to worry about pests or cold weather. One technique that has proven very effective when using greenhouses is hydroponics. This is done by using nutrient-enriched water instead of soil to grow the crops.

Steam Soil Sterilizer

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 20:39:00 -0700

The Steam ‘N Air Soil Sterilization System is a new innovation, The Steam ‘N Air is basically the combination of three separate portable components — the SG10 Steam Generator, the AB28 Aeration Blower, and the optional Tow ‘N Dump Aeration Cart. Once attached together, they take on the job of sterilizing potting soil and other materials. Since these are components, the customer has the option to buy any combination of components to meet their specific needs. This allows to design of a unique system that is the most profitable and affordable for their specific application. In the sterilization steam cycle, the SG10 raises the temperature of 2 cubic yards of material to 170ºF for 2 1/2 hours. The AB28 Aeration Blower uses air force to circulate the heated air through up to 28” of material when the material is placed in an aeration bin or cart. In the cool down cycle, the AB28 Blower will dry the material to the moisture saturation level that existed prior to the steam cycle.

Ranger Greenhouses - Commercial Greenhouse Supplies

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:29:00 -0700

Whether you are just starting out or in the process of expanding, the versatility of the RANGER offers a natural no-nonsense solution for obtaining maximum productivity while reducing capitol investments. The RANGER is equally at home as a growing area or sophisticated retail center. It can be covered with polyethylene, shade cloth, or rigid coverings including polycarbonates Almost 60 years of experience go into each RANGER fabricated. Every detail has been field tested and refined to guarantee complete customer satisfaction. www.gothicarchgreenhouses.com

Air Flow HAF Fans

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:20:00 -0700

Greenhouses require a specialized HAF fan, and our Air Flow HAF fan is simply the best. The Air Flow HAF fan reduces heating costs by creating a uniform temperature throughout your structure. Adjust the air pattern and reduce the fan speed directly on your plants to harden them before shipping to market. Low velocity air can also be used to stimulate hair follicle to improve plant health. The Air Flow HAF Fan is the most versatile, energy efficient, best valued HAF fan on the market today.

Commercial Greenhouse Covering

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 02:07:00 -0700

Selection of the type of covering material to use on new construction or on renovation projects requires many practical considerations. The flexible and forming properties of the film simplify the covering process compared to rigid plastics or poly film. The attachment procedures for plastic film range from the simplicity of wooden nailed strips to the reusable aluminum extrusion inter-locking strips. The need for replacing the film every three to four years requires that the recovering process be rapid and easy. A means of recycling or disposing of spent film must also be considered.

Pond Liners

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 11:31:00 -0700

Permalon Pond Liners are a uniquely engineered, cross-laminated, high-density polyethylene geomembrane. Their patented construction yields the best weigh to strengthen ratio available and also provides exceptional tear and puncture resistance. No material offers a better balance of properties or more proven performance and reliable durability for the most demanding containment applications. Designed to be lightweight and easily handled, Permalon ensures a cost efficient installation. Custom fabrication is available to meet specific project requirements. Individual panels of an acre in size are readily done, always minimizing and often eliminating the need for expensive field installation crews. If value can be defined as the optimal relationship between cost and benefit, then get real value in your containment membrane, specify Permalon.

Planning Your Greenhouse

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 20:45:00 -0700

Gothic Arch Greenhouses will design and coordinate building the perfect hobby greenhouses glass greenhouses, commercial, and school greenhouse project for your special needs. We take every greenhouse project personally, and we take the time to make sure all aspects of your greenhouse are well taken care of, and will put you in touch with a greenhouse builder in your area if your project demands it.

Greenhouse Cooling System-Evaporative Cooling Pads

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Wed, 9 Jun 2010 08:30:00 -0700

The evaporative cooling pads are made from a specially formulated cellulose paper, impregnated with insoluble anti-rot salts, stiffening saturates and wetting agents to provide maximum cooling. Click on picture to Cooling Pad

Steam Soil Sterilizer

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Tue, 8 Jun 2010 05:02:00 -0700

The benefits of Aluminet Shade Cloth-One

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Sun, 6 Jun 2010 19:15:00 -0700

ALUMINET reduces heat load in the greenhouse.Because of the highly reflective nature of ALUMINET, radiation is reflected away from the net. With black shade cloth, the radiation is absorbed by the net resulting in hotter nets. The black net thus provides a heat source to the greenhouse at a time when the greenhouse should be cooled. If ventilation is adequate, temperatures in houses with black net can be maintained very near houses with ALUMINET, but the fans will be working more to achieve the result. In situations where the heat load is pushing the ventilation to its limits, actual temperature differences will occur, with the ALUMINET being cooler.

Greenhouse Curtain Systems

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Sun, 6 Jun 2010 12:39:00 -0700

Gothic Arch Greenhouses Inc has a long-standing reputation as one of the premier suppliers of custom designed curtain systems Faster and easier installation are the result of putting the effort into designing and manufacturing the curtain systems so that they are made to measure. Curtain fabrics from the leading suppliers are available to allow for optimum shade cloth heat retention or blackout. Fire retardant fabrics are available for applications where fire codes must be met.

Easy start Greenhouses-Easy for Beginners

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Sat, 5 Jun 2010 09:41:00 -0700

The Easy Start can be used to over-winter established plants in a protected environment. With supplemental heating, the Easy Start with it's 4 mm twin-wall or a single layer of polycarbonate glazing are ideal for the serious gardeners wishing to grow from seed plants and/or vegetables during a winter with lots of frost

Greenhouse Benches

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Fri, 4 Jun 2010 08:12:00 -0700

Our Better Bench System has been designed for strength, durability and value. The Better Bench can be permanently installed or can be used as a freestanding bench. With an easy bolt together design, the Better Bench can be assembled in less time than conventional bench systems. Designed for maximum loading, the Better Bench can support over 40 Lbs. per sq. ft.. With removable tops, cleaning is easy and quick as is relocation of the bench to another area, a great feature for Garden Centers where portability is a must. With its unique angled legs, water hoses glide around the corners preventing kinks and cuts. The black bench top prevents light reflection back to the plant and the ventilation slots allow for maximum air circulation and water drainage around the plants.

Acrylic Panels

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Thu, 3 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0700

Choose DEC Acrylic Panels for more rapid growth, energy savings, higher yield and excellent quality. Our acrylic glazing sheets provide your crops with superior yield, shorter time to maturity, and more intense, vibrant color. DEC acrylic glazing provides an excellent setting where the grower is in control and doesn’t have to react to changing conditions. With our acrylic products there’s no need to change growing techniques to offset declining light levels due to yellow, deteriorated coverings. Growers can also make the most out of their investment in computerized control systems. DEC acrylic glazing patented NO DRIP™ technology increases light levels during typical condensate conditions and greatly reduces droplet damage to plugs and blooms. DEC acrylic is the proven performer that has been an integral part of the success of many of the world’s top growers over the past four decades. For your next greenhouse project, be sure to ask for DEC. www.GothicArchGreenhouses.com

Aquaculture System

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Wed, 2 Jun 2010 09:43:00 -0700

Aquaculture System is an easy way to get started in fish farming. Simple to set up and maintain, it incorporates everything that’s great about aquaculture on a manageable scale. Use it to produce clean, wholesome fish for you and your family year-round, for an excellent introduction to fish farming if you’re considering commercial scale production, or as an outstanding teaching tool for the classroom By Gothic Arch Greenhouses Inc

Agriculture Covers

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Tue, 1 Jun 2010 08:29:00 -0700

Agriculture Covers are high quality and high performance polyethylene laminates and composites. Internally reinforced and/or cross laminated constructions provide versatile, long lasting service in many agricultural applications. Hay covers grain covers, greenhouse covers, livestock curtains, partitions, or temporary shelter, equipment protection and storag

BK Greenhouses

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Mon, 31 May 2010 10:03:00 -0700

BK-Greenhouses offers a world class quality growing system at surprisingly affordable cost. The use of advanced manufacturing technology, manual or sensor automation and energy saving mechanisms, make Greenhouse growing systems among the best, energy and cost effective greenhouses in the world www.gothicarchgreenhouses.com

AT High Tunnel Greenhouse | Commercial Greenhouses

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Sun, 30 May 2010 07:03:00 -0700

The greenhouse type AT High Tunnels,are the most simple and economical model. Concrete is not needed with its simple and quick assembly system, which makes it possible to move the greenhouse without much effort. AT High Tunnels is also possible to place it on lands with marked slopes. The wide open gable fronts of this model together with the possibility of using top windows achieve an effective ventilation inside the greenhouse

Multi Greenhouses-Commercial Greenhouse Supplies

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Sat, 29 May 2010 11:31:00 -0700

The Multi-AT Greenhouse is designed for any type of cultivation and can be installed in all climates. This Greenhouse allows the use of additional equipment inside the greenhouse such as: thermal screens, heating cooling or fog systems, etc. Using additional equipment combined with different ventilation types, for example: top, front and/or later ventilation, which contributes to the ideal conditions for each type of cultivation, receiving a bigger profitability as a result. www.GothicArchGreenhouses.com

AT Greenhouses

haiying@gothicarchgreenhouses.com (Sierke) — Fri, 28 May 2010 06:55:00 -0700

AT-Greenhouses are designed to ensure the success of types all types of crops, flowers, pot plants, vegetables, etc. AT-Greenhouses designing and supplying full systems to effectively control the climate with the use of specific equipment for each project.AT-Greenhouses control the temperature and humidity inside the greenhouses using system such as double plastic with air chamber, Polycarbonate, thermal and shading screen, top vents gable front and gutter side wall vents, cooling systems,fog systems and www.GothicarchGreenhouses.com