The Field Notes
Garden knowledge,
built to last.
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Greenhouse snow load: how to read ratings before you buy
Learn what a greenhouse snow load number covers, which documents to request, and how frame, glazing, foundation, and site conditions affect the rating.
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Robotic lawn mower installation: boundary wire and wire free setup
Plan a robotic lawn mower installation from the ground up. Place the charger, route boundary wire or map virtual zones, then test every edge…
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Wood vs. metal raised beds: cedar or galvanized steel?
Compare cedar and galvanized steel raised beds by safety, structure, heat, soil volume, maintenance, repair, irrigation, and full installed cost.
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Garden irrigation pump sizing: match GPM and total dynamic head
Size a garden irrigation pump from the flow and head required at the same time. This guide covers GPM, pressure, elevation, friction, and pump…
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Aerator vs. dethatcher: which lawn problem are you fixing?
An aerator treats compacted soil, while a dethatcher removes excessive thatch. Diagnose the layer, choose the right recovery window, and avoid unnecessary damage.
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Smart irrigation controllers: weather vs. soil moisture
Choose a smart irrigation controller by the conditions it can measure reliably. Compare weather based scheduling, soil sensing, compatibility, and setup before buying.
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How to stop condensation in a shed: a practical moisture plan
Trace the moisture source, improve drainage and ventilation, manage cold surfaces, and choose the right fix for condensation in an unconditioned garden shed.
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Resin vs. metal sheds: which material fits your yard?
Compare resin and metal garden sheds by foundation, weather resistance, condensation, security, assembly, maintenance, and the complete cost of ownership.
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Automatic greenhouse vent opener: how to choose, fit, and adjust one
Match an automatic greenhouse vent opener to the vent’s weight, size, brackets, and travel, then fit and adjust it without forcing the wax mechanism.
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Greenhouse condensation: how to stop drips without chilling plants
Find out why greenhouse condensation appears overnight and reduce it with better watering, circulation, controlled air exchange, heat, and drainage.
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Greenhouse shade cloth percentage: how to choose and install it
Choose a greenhouse shade cloth percentage that fits your crop, climate, glazing, and ventilation, then measure and secure the fabric without blocking vents.
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Plug aerator vs. spike aerator: which one helps compacted soil?
Compare plug and spike aerators by soil action, compaction relief, moisture, timing, pass pattern, tractor needs, and rental decisions.