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The Windy Homestead: Adding a Dome Greenhouse

October 28, 2026

Brooke and Russell Waugh are no strangers to the challenges of homesteading in Wyoming. See how their 22-foot Growing Dome greenhouse is helping them expand their growing possibilities, experiment with a variety of plants, and prepare for gardening through the winter.

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How to Grow Mâche in a Greenhouse or Garden

October 28, 2026

Cold-hardy mâche, also called corn salad or lamb’s lettuce, is a tender green with a mild, nutty flavor. Learn how to plant, grow, and harvest it in a greenhouse, Growing Dome, or outdoor garden.

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Your First Winter in a Greenhouse: What to Expect and When to Troubleshoot

October 27, 2026

Your first winter in a greenhouse comes with a learning curve. Learn what to expect from winter temperatures, slower growth, humidity, snow, and the everyday troubleshooting that helps you get to know your Growing Dome.

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Seasonal Growing Tips & Greenhouse Advice

Monthly stories from our greenhouses, Growing Dome spotlights, and other gardening content

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October 28, 2026

Cold-hardy mâche, also called corn salad or lamb’s lettuce, is a tender green with a mild, nutty flavor. Learn how to plant, grow, and harvest it in a greenhouse, Growing Dome, or outdoor garden.

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September 28, 2026

Peas are an easy, rewarding cool-season plant for your greenhouse garden. Learn when and how to plant peas, care for them as they grow, and harvest fresh peas for your table.

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September 25, 2026

Not every summer plant needs to come out when fall arrives. Learn how to decide what stays, what gets pruned, and when it is finally time to make room for the winter garden.

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September 21, 2026

Even when your greenhouse is warm enough, plants may grow more slowly as winter daylight decreases. Learn how shorter days affect plant growth, which plants adapt best, and when supplemental lighting may be worth considering.

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How to Get Rid of Fungus Gnats in Your Greenhouse

June 20, 2025

Learn how to eliminate and prevent fungus gnats in your greenhouse using organic methods, biological controls, and IPM strategies for healthy plant growth.

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Ultimate Guide to Organic Integrated Pest Management: Strategies for a Healthier Garden

August 2, 2024

“Pests” are part of the natural ecosystem. Getting rid of them is an impossible feat, but managing them will help keep populations at tolerable levels for both the plants and the people who enjoy the plants. There are a few basic ways to tackle pest management, but an integrated approach will be the most effective….

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How to Protect Your Harvest From Garden Rodents and Animals

May 9, 2023

Attention greenhouse gardeners! Discover how to protect your harvest from rodents and other animals with our latest blog post. Learn how to create barriers, use natural repellents, and traps to keep your garden thriving. Read now and enjoy a pest-free greenhouse garden!

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How to Get Rid of Aphids Naturally

August 14, 2020

Aphids are tiny soft shell bugs that usually attach themselves to the underside of leaves. They can spread disease and damage plants, mostly by weakening plants or trees. Aphids do not often kill plants unless they are very young sprouts. Aphids suck the sap from the plant and refine it into honey. There are many different reasons aphids develop, but luckily there are also plenty of ways to get rid of aphids.

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The Windy Homestead: Adding a Dome Greenhouse

October 28, 2026

Brooke and Russell Waugh are no strangers to the challenges of homesteading in Wyoming. See how their 22-foot Growing Dome greenhouse is helping them expand their growing possibilities, experiment with a variety of plants, and prepare for gardening through the winter.

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The Story of the Kula Kamala Foundation Growing Domes

September 10, 2026

Three Growing Domes have become an integral part of life at a Pennsylvania ashram, supporting food production, ceremonial flowers, seedling preparation, and community programs that nourish both people and place.

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A One of a Kind Dome in Nunn, Colorado

July 27, 2026

Janet and Chris Probst transformed their 26' Growing Dome in Nunn, Colorado, into a lush greenhouse jungle and a peaceful retreat. Filled with tropical fruit, vegetables, herbs, and flowers, Janet’s “Dome of Happiness” is where she gardens, dreams, and reconnects almost every day.

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How Hillside Gardens Turned a 33' Growing Dome Greenhouse Into an Event Space

May 12, 2026

At Hillside Gardens, a 33' Growing Dome does more than grow plants. By day, it serves as an indoor plant market. By night, it transforms into Cactus Jack’s, a greenhouse tequila bar for weddings, concerts, and private events. This Colorado Springs venue shows how a Growing Dome can support retail, hospitality, guest experience, and year-round business growth from one flexible structure.

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Dome to Table: Harvest-Inspired Thanksgiving Recipes

October 26, 2026

Looking for fresh ideas for your Thanksgiving menu? Explore our favorite garden-inspired appetizers, side dishes, desserts, and creative ways to use leftover turkey, with make-ahead tips to help simplify the holiday.

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Fig & Crunchy Chickpea Salad with a Refreshing Mojito Mocktail

August 13, 2026

Fresh figs, creamy goat cheese, crunchy chickpeas, pickled red onions, and garden greens come together in a simple late-summer salad. Pair it with a refreshing mint mojito mocktail for an easy meal that makes the most of what’s growing in the garden.

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Carpaccio-Style Mediterranean Breakfast Salad

July 1, 2026

A simple carpaccio-style vegetable plate with lemon and olive oil, the breakfast salad Meechal's family has eaten together for years.

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A Fresh Spin on the Classic Orange Julius

June 15, 2026

This fresh, plant-based spin on the classic Orange Julius uses frozen mandarin juice, banana, coconut milk, almond milk, and real vanilla for a creamy, frothy summer drink with no added cane sugar.

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Growing Dome Greenhouse Brings Hands-On Learning to Akron Students

October 8, 2026

See how a 42-foot Growing Dome greenhouse at Garfield Community Learning Center in Akron, Ohio, is helping students explore gardening, sustainable food production, and hands-on learning year-round.

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Growing Spaces Fall Fest 2026: Greenhouses, Gardening & Community

September 18, 2026

Our biggest Fall Fest yet brought gardeners together for a day of learning, friendly competition, great food, hands-on classes, local vendors, and plenty of Growing Spaces community spirit.

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How the Growzebo™ Came to Life

September 11, 2026

The Growzebo™ was created from decades of greenhouse experience, years of customer feedback, and one simple question: how can we help more people grow? Go behind the scenes with the Growing Spaces team to see how this new greenhouse came to life.

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Why We Built the Growzebo™

August 23, 2026

I gave our team a price target and a rough picture of the customer, but no shape. They worked out the rest while building the first Growzebo™ about 20 yards from all six of our demonstration Domes.

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