For
the best light:
Ø
Select
an open area for freestanding greenhouses
Ø The south or west side of a
frame structure for lean-to greenhouses
Tips
for starting and growing plants in a greenhouse:
Ø
Don’t
start too early
Ø
Use
a commercial soil mix
Ø
Use
containers that are clean (sterilized) and that have a good drainage
Ø
Maintain
optimum temperature (day and night)
Ø
Water
thoroughly but allow most plants to dry out between waterings
Ø
Watch
our for insects, diseases, mice and even deer!
Ø
Temper
or harden off plants before going outside
Never underestimate the power of termites…
“It’s the LITTLE things that make a big
difference!”
It’s not always easy. You might get beat up, beat down, and most days just beat…But, the rewards are worth it!
Estimated
Area (sq. ft.) for the components of a medium sized Retail Garden Center
|
Sales Building |
5,000 |
| Retail Greenhouse |
20,000 |
| Outside Sales – herbaceous |
15,000 |
| Outside Sales – nursery |
30,000 |
| Bulk materials |
10,000 |
| Service Building/Outside Area |
20,000 |
| Parking |
20,000 |
| Outside Display/Landscaping |
10,000 |
| Drives/Miscellaneous |
5,000 |
| Total |
135,000
(3+acres) |
How much area does it take to park 60-70 cars?
1/2 acre +/-
Have a
Great Spring!
Larry J. Houser
8355 East 250 South
Zionsville, IN 46077
317-769-6633
lho2436619@aol.com