Whether you’re dreaming of year-round fresh vegetables, a cozy space for tropical plants, or a head start on spring seedlings, a greenhouse can be a game-changer for gardeners. But, like any major purchase, a little preparation can go a long way. Here’s how to prepare for purchasing a greenhouse, while preventing any headaches. Step 1: … Continue reading How to Get Started Buying a Greenhouse
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10 Life-Changing Benefits of Growing Your Own Food (And How to Start Today)
Discover why millions are turning their backyards into thriving food gardens. Here’s your complete guide to joining the home-growing revolution. 1. Superior Nutrition and Health Home-grown vegetables can contain up to 40% higher nutrient content compared to store-bought produce. When you grow your own food, you control what goes into it, ensuring zero pesticides or … Continue reading 10 Life-Changing Benefits of Growing Your Own Food (And How to Start Today)
Students in Irmo Sell Poinsettias Starting Dec 5
How to Prepare Your Greenhouse for a Hurricane
Gas Heater Service Checklist for Fall
Review this helpful checklist before starting greenhouse gas heaters in the cool fall weather.
Greenhouse Company New Catalog Now Available
Visit Our Virtual Booth at Cultivate ’20
Visit Our Booth at Cultivate ’20 from July 13 – 16 Although Cultivate looks a bit different this year, the goals are the same: World-class education sessions In-depth peer to peer engagement Online connection with exhibitors Retail & Grower Greenhouses Industry’s BEST warranty Protection for plants & profits Custom built applications Innovative & functional
Featured Project: Hyams Garden Center
The Greenhouse Company recently completed a project for Hyams Garden and Accent Store in Charleston, South Carolina. The 3 greenhouses in the first photo were replaced with custom Appalachian greenhouses from The Greenhouse Company. The new structure is an Appalachian style gutter-connected greenhouse. There are 3 bays connected together in the retail garden area consisting … Continue reading Featured Project: Hyams Garden Center
Featured Product: The Carolina Cooler™
The Carolina Cooler™ Evaporative Cooling system is the most cost effective greenhouse cooling method Innovative and efficient design prevents leaking Distributes water effectively Lowers greenhouses temperatures even in the hottest climates Less shading required to maintain cool temperatures Minimizes water loss Reduces watering due to elevated humidity Learn more about the Carolina Cooler™ by clicking … Continue reading Featured Product: The Carolina Cooler™
Cooling and Ventilation Tips from NGMA
With Spring upon us and Summer right around the corner, now is the time to inspect and test your cooling and ventilation systems in preparation for warmer weather. The National Greenhouse Manufacturers’ Association (NGMA) offers tips for cooling and ventilation of greenhouses – click here to read their tips. Contact us for assistance in determining … Continue reading Cooling and Ventilation Tips from NGMA
New Hose Trolley Videos Available
The hose trolley is used to suspend a water hose above obstructions on the floor of a greenhouse. Hose trolleys allow the hose to be stretched out for the purpose of watering plants without snagging on objects in the path. Click here to watch our hose trolley system videos to see how the new hose … Continue reading New Hose Trolley Videos Available
Featured Greenhouse: The Classic Gutter Connect
The Jāderloon® Classic Gutter Connect Greenhouse is The Greenhouse Company’s premier growing structure. Strong and Economical Growing Greenhouse Ideal for all types of growers Premier growing structure Best warranty in the industry Versatility Provides Functionality & Efficiency Easy to add on Various sizes available To learn more about the Jāderloon® Classic Gutter-Connect greenhouse, click here.
Find us at the NC Green and Growin’ Show!
Leigh Dodd, our North Carolina Representative, will be at the NC Green and Growin’ in Greensboro, NC on Jan. 27th – 31st. Come see her in Booth 117 and learn all about the Jaderloon® greenhouses that The Greenhouse Company has to offer. The Green and Growin’ Show
Fayetteville Tech Community College Celebrated New Greenhouse
For over a year, the Wesley A. Meredith Horticulture Center at Fayetteville Tech was without a greenhouse due to natural disasters. On December 5, 2019, the college celebrated the new state-of-the-art greenhouse provided by The Greenhouse Company. Some of the greenhouse’s features include a double-door entrance, evaporative cooling system and a sidewall rollup with motorized … Continue reading Fayetteville Tech Community College Celebrated New Greenhouse
SC Greenhouse Growers Association Names Scholarship in Honor of Donald F. Looney, Sr.
The South Carolina Greenhouse Growers Association recently announced the naming of a scholarship in honor of Jāderloon® founder Donald F. Looney, Sr. An excerpt from the announcement is below: “Don’s dedication to the greenhouse industry was immeasurable. His innovative ideas created equipment and supplies that have become standards in our industry. His generosity and willingness … Continue reading SC Greenhouse Growers Association Names Scholarship in Honor of Donald F. Looney, Sr.
Ark Encounter in Williamstown, KY Chooses The Greenhouse Company
Over the last several years, Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky has purchased seven greenhouses from The Greenhouse Company. Tim Schmidt, the Senior Director of Site Development and Horticulture at Ark Encounter, stated that they currently grow about 20,000 six-inch annuals yearly as well as several thousand tropicals for their own use and for use at their sister … Continue reading Ark Encounter in Williamstown, KY Chooses The Greenhouse Company
Save on Shipping: Now Manufacturing Kwic-Klip® in 4ft pieces
Order Kwic-Klip® in 4 ft pieces (box contains 25 pieces of cap or base) online or through Amazon starting in March.
Q&A on Growing plants in Freezing Weather from Greenhouse Magazine
Walters Gardens’ trial manager discusses precautions the grower has taken, preparing for drastic temperature changes and how to prepare greenhouses for subzero temperatures. Read more in Greenhouse Management Magazine.
Mark McLane Returns to The Greenhouse Company Sales Team
A University of South Carolina graduate, photographer, and skilled guitar player, Mark offers customers of The Greenhouse Company a wealth of knowledge in helping to design the best greenhouses tailored to their unique needs. He began in the industry in the early 1980’s and has experience in greenhouse manufacturing, shipping, and sales. Mark has … Continue reading Mark McLane Returns to The Greenhouse Company Sales Team
Prepare Your Greenhouses Now for Spring Weather!
Tips to Avoid Spring Headaches and Product Losses Exhaust Fan Belts: • Re-adjust belt tension after 8 – 10 hours of operation. • Check for proper belt tension by pushing on belt between blade pulley and motor pulley with index finger. Belt should move about ½ inch with 5 pounds of pressure. • Keep replacement … Continue reading Prepare Your Greenhouses Now for Spring Weather!
