Greenhouses

by Ortho Books and Ortho Books Staff

Book Overview

This book provides plans and instructions for conventional and solar greenhouses. It also explains how to manage temperature, humidity, and light, and offers useful tips about selecting materials. 107... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0897212290
• ISBN13: 9780897212298
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Ortho Books
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

Great Beginnings

This was the first book I got in my quest for a greenhouse, and I found it worth twice it's cost. While it is not lengthy, it gives great insite into the home or hobby greenhouse.. from history, to "how to," to purchasing a kit, to what to grow. It's honest and to the point. I've read it cover to cover so as not to miss anything, and found useful information in every chapter! A worthy purchase for those considering the purchase of a home greenhouse.

An impressive account

As I find true with most of the "Ortho" books, this one is pretty impressive. It is not very big but they have a knack for getting a lot of info into a small amount of real estate. It doesn't tell you everything there is to know about greenhouses and greenhouse growing, but if you are looking for a book to get you started that won't take six months to read (or figure out!), this is the book you need.

A Novice's Comments

Having moderate experience in gardening, no experience in greenhouse gardening, but unlimited desire to learn, Ortho's Greenhouses was a treasure of information. I learned enough to decide if this was an endeavor I had the resources for, and was able to have an intelligent conversation with my contractor about building a greenhouse. The book is thorough in all aspects of greenhouse considerations from initial plans to continuing expenses. A great investment!

Great book

Great book with lots of great pictures. Covers all types of greenhouses, materials for building them, pre-fab kits, accessories, watering ideas, air circulation, and more. With all the pics, you can get great ideas about how you want yours to look.

real good starter

Nice pictures, a good first greenhouse book