Andy H asked:


I have bought the above plant and need to know how to look after them. I have simply potted it as I would any other plant in normal compost however I believe it may need different conditions.

It is in my conservatory which acts a bit like a greenhouse so temperature should not be a problem.

Any guides, links to guides on growing this plant and links to specific potting materials for it would be appreciated

Ms. Narwhal asked:


I have one of those small greenhouse things

http://www.lowes.com/pd_318839-10155-FHPT400CL_0_?productId=3111999&Ntt=greenhouse&Ntk=i_products&pl=1&currentURL=/pl__0__s?newSearch=true$Ntt=greenhouse$y=6$x=25

I originally had it in the middle of the patio, but the wind knocked it over. It wasn’t really windy, either. Right now it’s again my house, and the thunderstorm last night didn’t knock it over. BUT-it’s in the shade. Any recommendations?

I love Domo asked:


I was wondering what types of pepper plants if any would survive the winter? I am intending on making a pvc greenhouse, The more varieties the better

roger m asked:


i read that i should use plastic sheeting but i would like to use something better , will transparent pvc panels work ? cause glass is pretty much out of the question cause it wouldn’t isolate as well and it would be much more expensive

hope someone could give me some advice

Angel asked:


1. Climate change is due to the greenhouse effect and global warming.
A. true
B. false
2. Primary pollutants are pollutants that are emitted directly into the atmosphere from the source (example: industrial plants emitting sulfur dioxide)
A. true
B. false
3. What fraction of our air pollution comes from motor vehicles?
A. none
B. 1/3
C. 2/3
D. all
4. This type of air pollution includes dust and soot. It gets into our lungs and causes irritation. Over time, it can cause emphysema, bronchitis, and even lung cancer.
A. heavy metals
B. burning fuels
C. pesticides
D. sewage
E. particulate matter
5. Acid rain is rain that has been made acidic by certain pollutants in the air. Human activities are the main cause of the pollution which causes acid rain.
A. true
B. false
6. Pollution can cause many health problems.
A. true
B. false
7. The term used to describe any unwanted chemicals or other materials that contaminate the air we breathe resulting in the degradation of air quality is _______ .
A. atmosphere
B. clouds
C. air pollution
D. air current
8. These include arsenic, lead and mercury. They naturally occur in rocks and soil. If ingested in large amounts over time, they can cause nerve damage.
A. heavy metals
B. burning fuels
C. pesticides
D. particulate matter
E. sewage
9. Global warming refers to an average increase in the Earth’s temperature, which in turn causes changes in climate.
A. true
B. false
10. Cigarette and cigar smoke is an air pollutant that can cause lung cancer, even if you are not the one smoking. Second hand smoke can be just as dangerous.
A. true
B. false
11. The warming of the earth due to the absorption of infrared rays from the sun is called ________ .
A. global warming
B. temperature
C. ozone
D. pollution
12. Ozone is made up of 3 oxygen molecules put together. In the atmosphere, it forms a shield that absorbs most of the ultra violet rays from the sun.
A. true
B. false
13. What organization’s main goal is to find out how the enviroment affects human health?
A. American Red Cross
B. World Health Organization
C. Center’s for Disease Control and Prevention
D. UNICEF
14. As long as you are indoors, you are kept completely safe from air pollution.
A. true
B. false
15. What agency started a program who’s goal is to reduce emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide, which are the main components of acid rain.
A. EPA
B. FDA
C. CDC
D. WHO
E. AMC
16. When air pollution hangs over cities, reducing visibility, and is the result of chemical reactions involving sunlight, nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons, it is called __________.
A. smog
B. cloud
C. fog
D. radiation
17. Acid rain damages _____________?
A. lakes and streams
B. forests
C. buildings
D. all of the above
E. none of the above
18. What are some ways to lessen the amount of air pollution from vehicles are:
A. Drive more often
B. Drive faster
C. walk or run to the store
D. buy a bigger car
19. Pollution and it’s effects can be both direct, such as cancer from cigarette smoke, or indirect, such as sickness due to bacteria found in sewage.
A. true
B. false
20. Common indoor air pollutants include:
A. carbon monoxide
B. cigarette smoke
C. dust mites
D. mold
E. all of the above

steve l asked:


I’m in zone 6 and now temperatures average from 50-70 and I have a lot of potted bamboos, temperate as well as tropical. Will it help their growth if I put them inside a greenhouse I just bought? I want them to grow faster.
Most of these bamboos are either new divisions from my groves or from seed and fairly small so I want them to grow faster.

1 point for advice, 11 points for best answer.

Patti asked:


I’m thinking a herbal shop, or a fruit stand that sells produce plus fresh herbs, and other country stuff, or a greenhouse? What would you do if you could start a small business?
I’ve thought of a little coffee shop too, but I would also sell herbal teas and a variety of drinks and some fresh-made snacks to go along with it. It would have a colorful ecletic decor.

Potlatch Hermit asked:


I am very interested in a product called “Solar Gem Greenhouses”. This product may be the answer for my locality, Pacific Northwest, where sunshine is not all that present during winter days. It is supposed to diffuse sunlight by very small fiberglass pieces built in the wall. But I am a little concerned of ‘fiberglass’ part.

Has anyone ever used this type of greenhouses? Does it really work as it claims? Is there any other material used for greenhouses, which may work better than fiberglass-fused type?