Growing peppers is easy once you master some simple requirements: sunlight, spacing and water. Growing Peppers Growing peppers is a matter of taste…literally. Do you want hot peppers, medium, mild or sweet? No matter what kind they all require a long, warm growing season. Let’s dive into pepper science! There are many types of peppers... The post Growing Peppers: Some Like It Hot, Some Not appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more

Join us in celebrating Valor Point Domiciliary, our 2022 grant winners, as they embark on their transformative Growing Dome project, led by the visionary Jessica Conyers; together, let's sow seeds of change, cultivate a flourishing garden of renewal, healing, and inspiration for veterans in need, and become a part of their remarkable journey towards a brighter future. The post Growing Dome Greenhouse at Valor Point VA Domiciliary! appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more

Freezing food is one of the easiest and most common forms of food preservation. It works because the cold temperatures inhibit the growth of microorganisms.  Historically, if you lived in a cold climate this form of preservation by freezing had been used for centuries. The quick-freezing methods we use today, are credited to a Canadian... The post Preserving the Harvest: Freezing Food for Nutrition and Convenience appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more

Aquaponics is a growing method that combines aquaculture and hydroponics. Aquaculture is the process of raising fish and hydroponics is a soilless growing method. In short, aquaponics uses the wastewater created by fish in an aquaculture system as fertilizer for hydroponically grown produce in a recirculating system. This type of system allows you to reduce... The post A Beginners Guide to Greenhouse Aquaponics appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more

Come September in New Mexico and parts of Colorado, the onset of Autumn is heralded by the smell of roasting chiles in the air. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or creating a special date night dinner for two, we’ve got a green chile recipe to celebrate the harvest season.  In my family, Thanksgiving or Christmas... The post Celebrate the Harvest Season with Green Chile Recipes for Every Occasion appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more

“Pests” are part of the natural ecosystem. Getting rid of them is an impossible feat, but managing them will help keep populations at tolerable levels for both the plants and the people who enjoy the plants. There are a few basic ways to tackle pest management, but an integrated approach will be the most effective.... The post Ultimate Guide to Organic Integrated Pest Management: Strategies for a Healthier Garden appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more

Edible Landscaping Creating edible gardens in your backyard is a growing trend in the US, as it creates beauty, biodiversity, and a sustainable source of healthy, nutrient-rich, organic food for your kitchen. Ben Barkan of HomeHarvest has been on the front end of that trend and has been helping customers cultivate edible landscapes in the Greater... The post Edible Gardens and Dome Greenhouse in Boston appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more

This roasted Lebanese Garlic Chicken, Djaj Biltoom, with a Toum dipping sauce will be the unexpected star of your next backyard BBQ. If you’re a garlic lover, skip the chicken and go straight for the toum. The post Garlic Chicken, Lebanese Djaj Biltoom, Fit for a Feast appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more

In this article, we’ll look at extending the shelf-life of food by salting, sugaring, and storing in oil. In the modern kitchen, these techniques alone are not safe for long-term storage. As you will see, they are best used when combined with another food preservation method, such as drying, refrigerating, or freezing.  Sugars and salts... The post Preserving the Harvest: In Oil, Salting, or Sugaring appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more

Interested in growing garlic in a greenhouse? Discover tips on planting, growing, and harvesting garlic in this comprehensive guide along with health benefits and trivia about garlic. The post Growing Garlic: A Garden Superhero appeared first on Growing Spaces Greenhouses ..read more