Mittleider Gardening: In-Garden Greenhouse, How To Build

Building an in-garden greenhouse for your Mittleider garden will protect your plants from wind, cold, heat and insects thus making ...

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🌱 Building an in-garden greenhouse can provide year-round protection for plants, without the need for a traditional greenhouse or a large amount of space.

✨ The greenhouse provides both wind and cold weather protection during the winter, leading to healthier and more productive plants.

🌞 During the summer, the greenhouse can be used to keep birds, insects, and excessive heat off the plants.

🔨 The greenhouse is built using two by fours and one by twos for the corner braces and center brace, making it sturdy and durable.

💦 The greenhouse provides a humid environment that helps plants receive the necessary water and warmth.

🔒 The plastic covering can be rolled up or down using ropes to control the temperature and airflow inside the greenhouse.

📐 Proper measurements are important for a well-functioning greenhouse, including ensuring the plastic covering is the right size and securing it with clamps and nails.

🌿 Utilizing the Mittleider gardening method and principles can enhance the effectiveness and success of the greenhouse, resulting in higher production and healthier plants.

🌍 The Mittleider gardening method has been proven successful in over 30 countries for the last 65 years.

👷‍♂️ Building an in-garden greenhouse is a cost-effective and efficient way to create a favorable growing environment for plants, regardless of climate or space constraints.

🌱 Building an in-garden greenhouse can provide year-round protection for plants, allowing for earlier planting and increased production.

🌱 The greenhouse also acts as a wind and sun block in the winter, protecting plants from harsh weather conditions.

🌱 The corner posts and center brace provide stability and support for the plastic covering, ensuring it doesn't flap around in strong winds.

🌱 Adding ropes and clamps to secure the plastic further enhances its stability and allows for easy adjustments and rolling up on hot days.

🌱 The plastic can be left longer on the sides to cover the greenhouse during heavy wind storms.

🌱 Adding a cloth over the plastic in the summer helps protect plants from wind, insects, and excessive sun exposure.

🌱 The Mittleider method used in this greenhouse project has proven to be successful in increasing plant productivity and health.

🌱 This method is backed by science and has been implemented successfully in over 30 countries for more than 65 years.

🌱 Building an in-garden greenhouse allows for high production and healthy plants, contributing to better overall preparedness.

Timestamped Summary

00:03 The narrator is excited because their greenhouse plastic has arrived and they are going to build an in-garden greenhouse.

00:28 The narrator shows how they secure the corner posts by sinking a 2x4 into the ground and screwing it in.

01:28 The narrator explains that the greenhouse will serve as both a greenhouse and a wind and sun blocker, providing protection for the plants and allowing them to be planted earlier.

02:08 The narrator adds a center brace for additional support.

03:02 The narrator explains how they used 1.5-inch galvanized nails and 1x2s to hold the plastic down securely, using staggered lengths to prevent seams from lining up.

05:22 The narrator shows how they raised the plastic using ropes and nails, and mentions that they can adjust the height depending on weather conditions.

06:05 The narrator explains that during winter, they would keep the plastic fully down, and during summer, they would raise it up or cover it with cloth to provide shade and protect from insects.

07:00 The narrator expresses satisfaction with the project and recommends the Mittleider gardening method for high production and healthy plants.

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Q&A

Why did you decide to build an in-garden greenhouse?

I decided to build an in-garden greenhouse to have year-round protection for my plants, be able to plant earlier, protect my plants from the wind and cold weather, and have greater yields.

How did you secure the corner posts of the greenhouse?

I dug holes and placed the 2x4 corner posts in them, making sure they were square and level. I then screwed them into the ground and filled the holes with dirt.

How did you prevent the plastic from ripping at the corners?

I used an old washcloth folded over and stapled it onto the corners of the greenhouse to relieve pressure and prevent the plastic from tearing.

How did you secure the plastic onto the greenhouse?

I used a system of ropes and nails to secure the plastic onto the greenhouse. The ropes were tied onto the nails and pulled tight to keep the plastic in place.

How can you control the airflow in the greenhouse?

I installed 1x2 pieces of wood on the sides of the greenhouse that can be lifted or lowered to control the airflow. This allows me to regulate the temperature inside the greenhouse.