Geodesic Dome Greenhouse… Can You Build One In Your Backyard?

Do You Want A Geodesic Dome Greenhouse? I Do!

I have always wanted to build a geodesic dome greenhouse. From the first time I saw one. I remember it as if it was yesterday?
 
In a hurry?

My husband and I were driving (don’t ask me where, THAT I can’t recall) when I spotted one for the first time.
 
I was so excited I squealed, OK actually I screamed, so loud I scared the water out of my poor husband. He thought something was wrong.

I made him turn around and pull over so we could get a good look at that greenhouse. After a few sketches and notes jotted down in the notebook I keep on hand just for such emergencies, we moved on…


The Dream Of Building A Dome Greenhouse Has Never Faded!

Flower House FHDO800 DomeHouse Hub Style Greenhouse price
Check Out This Flower House FHDO800 DomeHouse Hub Style Greenhouse

OR… even a Pop Up Greenhouse! Go figure! Who woulda thought someone would make a Dome Greenhouse Tent?

This little beauty is easy to assemble and a good size for a starter hobby greenhouse. You’ll enjoy getting a jump on the growing season.

Now, back to my story…


In fact it has only intensified as time has gone on.

Fast forward a few years (no I’m not telling you how many) I’ve got my own home, some land and a bit of garden it’s time to get serious and build my dome greenhouse.

Now, those of you who know me know I’m a bit of a research and information junkie. (No really, don’t roll your eyes like that, they might get stuck! LOL) So it’ll be no surprise to you that before starting to build a dome greenhouse in my back 20 that I did a bit of research.

(ok, ok so it’s only the back 3 but shhhhhh… I’m having delusions of grandeur here, don’t burst my bubble!)

Well, I thought I’d share what I found here with you. So here goes…

 
 

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Plans To Build A Dome Greenhouse Are Not Easy To Come By

Plans To Build A Dome Greenhouse Are Not Easy To Come By

There are precious few books on the subject of building a geodesic dome greenhouse.
 
 
I like it because it’s inexpensive and has EVERYTHING you need to know all in one place.
 
But if that one doesn’t suit you I’d recommend you take a look at these as well.

Yes, I know you don’t want to READ about building a geodesic dome greenhouse but trust me on this.
 
A little prep and research will make at least make your project go smoother and COULD mean the difference between success and utter failure!  You want your crops to thrive don’t you? 
 
For even more info on building and working in a dome greenhouse visit www.GeodesicDomeGreenhouse.org
 
 

The Biodome Garden Book: The only greenhouse design that needs no electrical ventilation or humidifying system. Paperback price
The Biodome Garden Book: The only greenhouse design that needs no electrical ventilation or humidifying system. [Paperback]

Published in 2011 with 122 pages overall this is a great book, covering a wide range of topics.

But the coverage is a bit uneven… diving into deep detail on some areas and glossing over others.

Overall, well worth adding to your library.

Illustrated Dome Building: Step-by-step Complete Plans Paperback price
Illustrated Dome Building: Step-by-step Complete Plans [Paperback]
Every wanted to know about how to build a hex dome greenhouse? This book is your answer!

A Hex dome is not quite as sturdy as a “geodesic” but much simpler to construct. A little bit simple but a good primer and will get your ideas flowing.

A solid choice for those still in the “planning” phase.

The Passive Solar Dome Greenhouse Book Paperback price
The Passive Solar Dome Greenhouse Book [Paperback]

An out of print classic you may have trouble finding offline.

Amazon has copies available at this time!

If you’ve been looking for this book I’d suggest you don’t wait to get it.

Mini Farming: Self-Sufficiency on 1/4 Acre Paperback price
Mini Farming: Self-Sufficiency on 1/4 Acre [Paperback]
Simple, uncomplicated and inexpensive is why people think this is a great book on learning to be self-sufficient with only a little land.

And when they say a “little” bit of land they MEAN IT!

We’re talking about using a greenhouse and gardening in a backyard that’s smaller than most suburban yards. But they make it work and HOW!!!

Aquaponic Gardening: A Step-By-Step Guide to Raising Vegetables and Fish Together Paperback price
Aquaponic Gardening: A Step-By-Step Guide to Raising Vegetables and Fish Together [Paperback]
And last but by no means least…

Fish feed your plants, plants feed the fish, plants and fish feed you!

This book is meticulously documented even folks who think the know A LOT about aquaponics will have a lot to think about after reading this.


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A Geodesic Dome Greenhouse Is…
Extremely CHEAP To Build
Heat EFFICIENT
The STRONGEST Structure Man Can Build
Easy To Build Anywhere
Portable

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