Ornamental Horticulture Chapter 19
Why do we need growing structures? Provides controlled growing environment Growth when outdoor environment is extreme Extends growing season
A-Frame Ridge and Furrow
Quonset Style
Heating Heating units Cooling and Ventilation Roof and Side Ventilators Exhaust Fans Fan and Convection Tube Systems Retractable Roof Shading
Need to drain quickly (benches) Workers have to be able to reach center Must maximize crops exposure to light Materials Wood Aluminum Welded Wire Wooden Slats Snow fencing Concrete