by KYW's Fran Sorin

For anyone who is interested in building an inexpensive greenhouse that will cost practically nothing to heat, here’s a book tip.

The Earth-Sheltered Solar Greenhouse Book written by Mike Oehler, is a wonderful handbook for anyone who is keen on using a greenhouse in order to extend the growing season.

This book will show you, step by step, how to build a greenhouse for any climate and any need while cutting your greenhouse heating bill by 75-100%. It also discusses other issues such as venting without power, when to use heating tubes and insulation, how to use a root cellar in tandem with the greenhouse, plus a plethora of other subjects. This is a book that should be read by avid gardeners everywhere.

Contact Fran Sorin at fransorin.com.