You have created a dream world - but I see it has been hard work and continues to be. You are quite an adventurer! When I saw the house in a greenhouse in Sweden, I also thought I would want that - but I would never be able to afford it. Plus, I do not think I possess the knowledge needed - thank-you for sharing. -I'm living my best vicarious life! ;)
Wow you are doing what I've wanted to do since I saw the first house inside a greenhouse on video. You've also worked on some of the considerations I've been thinking about. I have to go through all your videos and see how you've done it. Thanks for sharing!
RUclips randomly suggested this video. I'm so glad I chose to watch. I was fascinated and enchanted with what you have achieved and are striving towards. Subscribed.
I want to surround my tiny home with greenhouse… not the roof… but like a wraparound porch… not that I wouldn’t want to engulf it, but just cuz it’s more doable… and this is fabulous! Congrats!
Peppers grow well here, too, at least as well as tomatoes. I've also had good luck with strawberries, a peach tree, and avocados. These two trees will do very well in a greenhouse in our temps. Great little homestead you are building. So lovely. PS, hummingbirds love columbine.
Thanks for the kind words and advice. Peaches don't grow outside very well here unless provided a full sun and protected micro climate. My grandfather grew peaches but I've never tried them before. So I'm beyond happy this tree is doing well inside. I've pulled all the strawberries and columbine from inside due to powdery mildew. I moved the columbine outside but something (I assume deer) have eaten most of them already.
Possibly early to ground water spray of baking soda for bugs. I did it for ticks in paths this past spring in northern Michigan. . Ticks did not get on me in grass areas by paths.
I love it! Thank you for sharing your journey! I'm interested in doing this for myself due to my limitations, etc. and hope to include some farm animals in my build one day. I am a new subscriber! Happy Thanksgiving!
yes I’ve thought about doing this before I ever saw a Kirsten Dirksen video - i guess there are several in Sweden , where it makes a lot of sense . One in holland got too hot in the Summer.😮
Do you remember which in Holland? I try to find out about every one in the world so I can try to see how they do different aspects of their project. The one in Rotterdam is the only one that mentioned in a video that it was too hot on the roof. I'd like to know if there's another in Holland.
Thanks for the two-year update! I hope to start a similar project someday, but it’s still a few years away. I have a few questions: Q1: How are the polycarbonate windows holding up? Do you have an estimate for how often they might need to be replaced? From the video, they appear to be in almost original condition. Q2: For heat control in the summer, have you considered adding an exterior curtain on the south side of the greenhouse? This could provide shade and reduce heat before it enters the greenhouse. I’m considering building one in Michigan, which poses more of a climate challenge. I’ve thought about adding a retaining wall on the north side to help buffer the heat, or possibly digging down a bit to make it a walipini-style greenhouse for better insulation. It would be interesting to hear your thoughts!
Hi Alan, The windows are holding up well so far. I think they have a 10 yr warranty before yellowing. I can't remember. I probably won't add shades on the south wall unless it gets much hotter than it did this summer. Not worth the cost or effort to deal with. If you were going to live in a greenhouse in Michigan I'd recommend a walipini. I lived in Michigan for 10 years. Those brutal winters need that extra earth shelter.
Hi, I've seen some gardeners put marigolds between their vegetable plants as insect repellant. I don't know if they repell all insects or most of them, but you can try. Insects don't like the scent of marigold plants. Hope it works. If so, let me know. I'm also learning from all gardeners.
Thanks for the reminder! I've used marigolds in the past at other homes and think they did work. Since they're deer resistant I'll probably plant some in the yard. Deer are such a nuisance here that I'll plant just about anything that flowers that they won't eat.
Good morning Shawn. I really enjoyed your tour. Recapping the last couple years and telling us your progress, successes and a few failures was nice. Are gutter guards in the budget soon? I look forward to your stone work and tidying up the potting area. Thank you for your updates. Take care my friend and be warm. Hugs, Lark
Thanks Lark! I looked into gutter guards and the reviews are mixed. They would be super expensive even for 4" gutters and these are 8" gutters so I'll just clear the gutters myself until I'm unable to do it myself and then hire someone. Still come out ahead.
My friend, love your channel and content. I was curious, where did you purchase your greenhouse structure? Your greenhouse appears to be the perfect size we are looking for but having trouble finding a company to purchase in the US.
Thank you! My greenhouse is from Conley's. In case you want to find this information again without having to find this reply, it is in the description of every video. I do not recommend working with Conley's directly. If you want to work with them, go through a middleman such as Greenhouse Megastore. I worked with Growspan Greenhouses also. They were nicer.
Hi I've been following you since maybe episode 3 and I'm on the same journey just without the money or property 😂 It's a dream. I'm in MD and I wish I could find out if this is possible near me. Would you have considered a greenhouse basement if you didn't have that water level to deal with?
Thank you for following! I don't understand your question. There is a half-height 'basement' under the house. Do you mean would I have dug the greenhouse into the ground like a walipini?
This is amazing! A dream of mine... Can you tell a bit about the zoning and building codes for this? In what location did you build? Was it hard to get permits?
O think what you have done is wonderful. I. Subscribing to your page because I have been trying to design a similar system. I also work remotely and I thought it would be nice to garden heat round. You mentioned it gets cold at night. I would like you to look up 'chinese greenhouse blanket. My theory is to make one out of bubble wrap insulation that has a mylar coating, sewn into exterior fabric. It would roll down like a curtain just before sunset. Glass in select areas over polycarbonate. Treated glass lets the light in but keeps the heat out. Your home itself is thermal mass. So I was wondering what you thought of replacing the poly carbonate with glass in the area direct to house. Place thermal mass around the outside of greenhouse. Mobile raised beds or water feature, that can be moved away in summer. Composting bins also generate heat. Also thinking select glass panels so you have a clear view of the rest of your property, and the sky. Very impressive. I would like to contribute and learn along with you.
@liveinagreenhouse Thank you! This has completely changed the ideas I had for my retirement and life as I get older. I'm 50 next year so I'm trying to narrow down the most important wants and needs. So thank you!
The catnip? She was eating enough that she was running around the house and barely even touching the floor! Jump from the table to the couch to the bookcase to the bed. The combination of that much energy and long claws was a bit scary.
Pill Bug deterrent: Use strong-smelling plants like garlic, chives, or lavender to keep pill bugs away. You can also sprinkle diatomaceous earth around plants, use citrus peels or coffee grounds, or spray a mixture of water and hot pepper. Introducing predatory insects Introduce predatory insects like centipedes or ground beetles into your garden to help control pill bug populations. Using traps Set traps using beer in a can or plastic cup, or food scraps like potatoes, in a moist area. Pill bugs can migrate indoors into damp
Thank you for the tips, I'll have to try some of those. This year was my first time using diatomaceous earth for ants but didn't think about it for pill bugs. I've used lemon peel and cinnamon around the peach tree for ants and have lots of coffee grounds I'll try vs the pill bugs. I tried to buy nematodes but each source I checked was out. I've used beer in a cup for slugs but not for pill bugs.
You have created a dream world - but I see it has been hard work and continues to be. You are quite an adventurer! When I saw the house in a greenhouse in Sweden, I also thought I would want that - but I would never be able to afford it. Plus, I do not think I possess the knowledge needed - thank-you for sharing. -I'm living my best vicarious life! ;)
Thank you for the kind words. Welcome!
I saw that same video of the European family living in the greenhouse and was inspired. Thanks for letting me see how your attempt at it is going.
I think that European family was a big inspiration for a lot of people. Thanks for watching.
Wow you are doing what I've wanted to do since I saw the first house inside a greenhouse on video. You've also worked on some of the considerations I've been thinking about. I have to go through all your videos and see how you've done it. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much for watching! Hope this is useful information.
RUclips randomly suggested this video. I'm so glad I chose to watch. I was fascinated and enchanted with what you have achieved and are striving towards. Subscribed.
Awesome! Thank you!
I want to surround my tiny home with greenhouse… not the roof… but like a wraparound porch… not that I wouldn’t want to engulf it, but just cuz it’s more doable… and this is fabulous! Congrats!
Thanks!
Thanks for posting your journey. Very nicely done.
I appreciate you watching!
Peppers grow well here, too, at least as well as tomatoes. I've also had good luck with strawberries, a peach tree, and avocados. These two trees will do very well in a greenhouse in our temps. Great little homestead you are building. So lovely. PS, hummingbirds love columbine.
Thanks for the kind words and advice. Peaches don't grow outside very well here unless provided a full sun and protected micro climate. My grandfather grew peaches but I've never tried them before. So I'm beyond happy this tree is doing well inside. I've pulled all the strawberries and columbine from inside due to powdery mildew. I moved the columbine outside but something (I assume deer) have eaten most of them already.
Love it. My neighbour puts her catnip in a hanging basket. She can mete it our herself to her kitty. An idea.
I'll try that for next year. Thanks for the tip!
Wow, you’ve done an amazing job covering your incredible project- so interesting, thx!!
Thank you!
Thank you for such an in-depth video of your beautiful home. Everything was so well thought out. All the best to you.💛
I appreciate the kind words! Glad you enjoyed it.
Wow time truly is fleeting. I have enjoyed your build from the start. God Bless
Thanks so much for watching, I appreciate you!
This was my dream as a kid!
Sometimes a kid's dream is actually possible and practical! It is a wonderful way to live.
This looks like a dream to me
It is a wonderful way to live.
I saw her video as well and loved that idea! Can't wait to see what you have done! Just started watching!
Thanks for watching and welcome to the channel!
Thank you for sharing your experience, I also enjoy
Thanks for watching!
@@liveinagreenhouse I like to consider them as research 🧐
I enjoy them more than a bit
So interesting. I saw those vids that you mentioned, giving you the idea to do this. It is something I also would like to do at some point.
I hope you make it happen! Let me know if you have any questions.
Possibly early to ground water spray of baking soda for bugs. I did it for ticks in paths this past spring in northern Michigan. . Ticks did not get on me in grass areas by paths.
Thanks, I'll have to research that.
I love it! Thank you for sharing your journey! I'm interested in doing this for myself due to my limitations, etc. and hope to include some farm animals in my build one day. I am a new subscriber! Happy Thanksgiving!
Welcome aboard and happy Thanksgiving!
yes I’ve thought about doing this before I ever saw a Kirsten Dirksen video - i guess there are several in Sweden , where it makes a lot of sense . One in holland got too hot in the Summer.😮
oh yeah : I also live in NM which I think here it gets too hot for this idea. In the winter it could work but never in the summer .
Do you remember which in Holland? I try to find out about every one in the world so I can try to see how they do different aspects of their project. The one in Rotterdam is the only one that mentioned in a video that it was too hot on the roof. I'd like to know if there's another in Holland.
Thanks for the two-year update! I hope to start a similar project someday, but it’s still a few years away. I have a few questions:
Q1: How are the polycarbonate windows holding up? Do you have an estimate for how often they might need to be replaced? From the video, they appear to be in almost original condition.
Q2: For heat control in the summer, have you considered adding an exterior curtain on the south side of the greenhouse? This could provide shade and reduce heat before it enters the greenhouse.
I’m considering building one in Michigan, which poses more of a climate challenge. I’ve thought about adding a retaining wall on the north side to help buffer the heat, or possibly digging down a bit to make it a walipini-style greenhouse for better insulation. It would be interesting to hear your thoughts!
Hi Alan,
The windows are holding up well so far. I think they have a 10 yr warranty before yellowing. I can't remember.
I probably won't add shades on the south wall unless it gets much hotter than it did this summer. Not worth the cost or effort to deal with.
If you were going to live in a greenhouse in Michigan I'd recommend a walipini. I lived in Michigan for 10 years. Those brutal winters need that extra earth shelter.
Hi, I've seen some gardeners put marigolds between their vegetable plants as insect repellant. I don't know if they repell all insects or most of them, but you can try. Insects don't like the scent of marigold plants. Hope it works. If so, let me know. I'm also learning from all gardeners.
Thanks for the reminder! I've used marigolds in the past at other homes and think they did work. Since they're deer resistant I'll probably plant some in the yard. Deer are such a nuisance here that I'll plant just about anything that flowers that they won't eat.
Good morning Shawn. I really enjoyed your tour. Recapping the last couple years and telling us your progress, successes and a few failures was nice. Are gutter guards in the budget soon? I look forward to your stone work and tidying up the potting area. Thank you for your updates. Take care my friend and be warm. Hugs, Lark
Thanks Lark! I looked into gutter guards and the reviews are mixed. They would be super expensive even for 4" gutters and these are 8" gutters so I'll just clear the gutters myself until I'm unable to do it myself and then hire someone. Still come out ahead.
My friend, love your channel and content. I was curious, where did you purchase your greenhouse structure? Your greenhouse appears to be the perfect size we are looking for but having trouble finding a company to purchase in the US.
Thank you! My greenhouse is from Conley's. In case you want to find this information again without having to find this reply, it is in the description of every video. I do not recommend working with Conley's directly. If you want to work with them, go through a middleman such as Greenhouse Megastore. I worked with Growspan Greenhouses also. They were nicer.
@@liveinagreenhouse Thanks so much, have a great Thanksgiving!
Hi I've been following you since maybe episode 3 and I'm on the same journey just without the money or property 😂 It's a dream. I'm in MD and I wish I could find out if this is possible near me. Would you have considered a greenhouse basement if you didn't have that water level to deal with?
Thank you for following! I don't understand your question. There is a half-height 'basement' under the house. Do you mean would I have dug the greenhouse into the ground like a walipini?
This is amazing! A dream of mine... Can you tell a bit about the zoning and building codes for this? In what location did you build? Was it hard to get permits?
Zoning and building codes are different by city and sometimes different areas of a city. My information has no meaning for your location.
O think what you have done is wonderful. I. Subscribing to your page because I have been trying to design a similar system. I also work remotely and I thought it would be nice to garden heat round.
You mentioned it gets cold at night. I would like you to look up 'chinese greenhouse blanket. My theory is to make one out of bubble wrap insulation that has a mylar coating, sewn into exterior fabric. It would roll down like a curtain just before sunset.
Glass in select areas over polycarbonate. Treated glass lets the light in but keeps the heat out. Your home itself is thermal mass. So I was wondering what you thought of replacing the poly carbonate with glass in the area direct to house.
Place thermal mass around the outside of greenhouse. Mobile raised beds or water feature, that can be moved away in summer. Composting bins also generate heat.
Also thinking select glass panels so you have a clear view of the rest of your property, and the sky.
Very impressive. I would like to contribute and learn along with you.
Thanks for the tips!
Where did you get the greenhouse
Conley's. In case you want to find it and not have to refind this comment, the make and model is in the description of every video
@liveinagreenhouse Thank you! This has completely changed the ideas I had for my retirement and life as I get older. I'm 50 next year so I'm trying to narrow down the most important wants and needs.
So thank you!
A bit too much isn’t all or 0
The catnip? She was eating enough that she was running around the house and barely even touching the floor! Jump from the table to the couch to the bookcase to the bed. The combination of that much energy and long claws was a bit scary.
@@liveinagreenhouseReckon it will do that for humans? I might give it a try! 😂
Pill Bug deterrent: Use strong-smelling plants like garlic, chives, or lavender to keep pill bugs away. You can also sprinkle diatomaceous earth around plants, use citrus peels or coffee grounds, or spray a mixture of water and hot pepper.
Introducing predatory insects
Introduce predatory insects like centipedes or ground beetles into your garden to help control pill bug populations.
Using traps
Set traps using beer in a can or plastic cup, or food scraps like potatoes, in a moist area.
Pill bugs can migrate indoors into damp
Thank you for the tips, I'll have to try some of those. This year was my first time using diatomaceous earth for ants but didn't think about it for pill bugs. I've used lemon peel and cinnamon around the peach tree for ants and have lots of coffee grounds I'll try vs the pill bugs. I tried to buy nematodes but each source I checked was out. I've used beer in a cup for slugs but not for pill bugs.