Category Archives: greenhouse projects

A guide to indoor plant pest control

As loving plant parents, few things are more disheartening than discovering our green companions under siege by unwelcome pests. A single infestation can gradually drain a plant’s vitality. And once it takes hold, it can be very difficult to eliminate. Preventing the spread of pests in the greenhouse has been particularly challenging. Visitors may unknowinglyContinueContinue reading “A guide to indoor plant pest control”

Fish In The Hall Building!

Those of you who frequent our 7th floor space may have noticed that we have a pond, near the window, full of fish. Several years ago the Concordia Greenhouse Project hosted an aquaponics system for research purposes, and goldfish were donated by the community and acquired from various pet shops in Montreal to stock theContinueContinue reading “Fish In The Hall Building!”

Pop Up Sale

The Concordia Greenhouse will be having a pop-up plant sale fundraiser on the 7th floor of the Hall Building on Wednesday, October 30th, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. We will be selling house plants, worms for vermicomposting, small terrariums, and more! Whether you’re a plant parent or just starting out, there’s something for everyone.ContinueContinue reading “Pop Up Sale”

Registration Now OPEN!

Calling all sprout lovers! The Concordia Greenhouse is offering a weekly Microgreen Community Supported Agriculture Program (CSA)! Pre-order and receive a big bag of ecologically-grown sprouts each week from our rooftop greenhouse. We are now taking CSA orders for FALL 2018September 10 – December 10*Possibility to sign up for later for a reduced period. ———————————————————————–ContinueContinue reading “Registration Now OPEN!”

Visiting Projects

Want to start a project in the Greenhouse? Email us at info@concordiagreenhouse.com to learn more. Application for visiting projects – Download Here!1 ADMISSION GUIDELINES: VISITING PROJECTS & DISCRETIONARY FUNDING There are several ways in which individuals or groups can work within the Greenhouse space, according to their project idea, requirements and needs. There is also aContinueContinue reading “Visiting Projects”

Volunteer Sessions are BACK!

Whether you’ve got years of experience under your belt or are simply curious and want to try getting your hands dirty, everyone is welcome to volunteer at the Concordia Greenhouse. Our weekly volunteer sessions are casual, drop-in session – no need to RSVP.             No experience required. Everyone welcome. ————————————————-ContinueContinue reading “Volunteer Sessions are BACK!”

Coming up at the Concordia Greenhouse!

Only one more month until we close to the public for the summer! Don’t miss this last chance to enjoy the space before next September. APRIL EVENTS Tuesday, April 5th, 5:30-7pm – Apitherapy Workshop Wednesday, April 6th, 5:30-8pm – Kossi: From Farm to Fork – How Technology can Effect Agriculture FULL Thursday, April 7th, 5:30-7pmContinueContinue reading “Coming up at the Concordia Greenhouse!”

Check out highlights from this year at the Greenhouse

Welcome to the Greenhouse! Our Atrium Lounge 😉 The best study spot on campus! House plants and terrariums Tournesol Farm selling seeds at our Seed Swap. A great place for community clothing swaps. Our Winter House Plant Sale! Our Demonstration Aquaponics System. Our Four Seasons Growing volunteer session. Students love our sunny winter study spot.ContinueContinue reading “Check out highlights from this year at the Greenhouse”

NEW GROWING PROJECT AT THE GREENHOUSE

  We are super excited about the new Demonstration Balcony Garden Project in the Greenhouse! Get involved and help us design, build and plan:The ULTIMATE Balcony Garden this winter semester! * Join the Balcony Garden working group to participate in the design and planning! * Weekly volunteer sessions this winter semester to work on our demonstration garden* Learn about howContinueContinue reading “NEW GROWING PROJECT AT THE GREENHOUSE”