Plant Maintenance for Greenhouses Flashcards
1
Q
4 reasons we remove leaf litter
A
-aesthetics
-preventing fungal and bacterial disease
-reducing habitat for pests
-easier to assess soil moisture
2
Q
Fertilizing Houses 1 and 2
A
if any just half strength
3
Q
Desert soil pH
A
around 8
4
Q
Rainforest soil pH
A
4-5
5
Q
To cool a greenhouse:
A
-Shade cloth or paint
-Wet floors
-Evaporative cooler/fan and pad cooling system
6
Q
To get rid of excess humidity in a greenhouse
A
-vent and circulate air
-You don’t want too much humidity at night because it can increase fungus, powdery mildew, and botrytis
-When temperature increases, air expands and can hold more water
7
Q
how the industry measures light
A
Foot candle
8
Q
Conservatory shading
A
April-September
