It's time to read and vote for your favorite article in the 2013 Write-Off Contest! The four finalist's articles are featured in the May 13 newsletter and can be found through this link. Hurry! Voting ends May 18.
Welcome!
You've found the famous Dave's Garden website! Join this friendly global community that shares tips and ideas for home and gardens, along with seeds and plants!
Check out the DG homepage for a brief overview of what you'll find in this gardening mega-site.
Login
If you don't have an account yet, visit the registration page to sign up.
I have a greenhouse similar to (perhaps exactly the same as) the one pictured. What sort of temperature can I expect this thing to hold over the outside air temp both through the day and night time retention?
My ideas already for heat retention include:
I can use southern exposure.
Next to my brick house.
I will build a brick platform for it to rest on.
I have thought of placing approx. 6 little Gerber 2oz. food jars on each shelf, which will contain water. Perhaps one or two 2 liter bottles of water on the bottom shelf.
I'm in zone 7, NC. and would like to get an idea of what to expect from this thing through the winter here.
If all else fails I suppose I could run an extension cord to a ceramic heat bulb placed in the unit, but I'd like to avoid the need for electricity if possible. Ideally I'd like to have nighttime drops no lower than 45F.
Anyone used these and have input?
This message was edited Oct 31, 2008 6:16 PM
Click the image for an enlarged view.
This thread has 14 replies. This forum is accessible only to subscribing members of Dave's Garden. There are many free features here, and about half of our forums are completely open to all members. Take a tour of our site and learn more about Dave's Garden, and explore the benefits of becoming a subscribing member.
