- Market Gardening
- Seed-Starting & Transplanting
- Soil Health
- Bed Preparation
- Container Growing
- Direct-Seeding
- Grafting
- Watering & Irrigation
- Fertilizing
- Pest & Disease Control
- Weeding & Weed Control
- Pruning & Trellising
- Heat & Hot Weather
- Harvesting, Post-Harvest Handling & Storage
- Hydroponics
- Winter Growing & Season Extension
Methods, Tools & Supplies Library
• User Manuals • Assembly Instructions • Charts • Cost Calculators • Articles
Market Gardening
Seed-Starting & Transplanting Tools, Supplies & Methods
Containers, Pots, Trays, & Flats
- Seed-Starting Flats, Trays, Domes & Pots • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Smart Pots • Comparison Chart (PDF)
Grow Lights
- Guide to Choosing a Grow Light • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Guide de Propriétaire Pour le Sunblaster LED Bande Lumineuse • Français • PDF
- 4' LED Propagation Rack Kit • Instructions for Assembly & Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- JSS Commercial 9-Tray LED Light Cart • Instructions for Assembly & Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Seedling Light Cart • Assembly Instructions • PDF
- Seedling Light Cart • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Seedling Light Cart • Replacement Parts • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Strip Grow Lights, Kits & Accessories • LED & T5HO • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- SunBlaster Growlight Garden Instruction Sheet • PDF
- SunBlaster LED Strip Light Operating Manual • English • PDF
- SunBlaster Spectrum Test Report • SBH 4' LED 6400K @ 6" • PDF
- Sunblaster T5HO Comparison to Sunblaster LED Grow Lights • PDF
- Sunblaster Strip Light Stand Instruction Sheet • PDF
Soil Blocking
- Soil Blocking: A Better Way to Start Seedlings • Article
- Johnny's Hand-held 12 Soil Blocker • Use & Maintenance • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Johnny's 72-Cell Commercial Soil Blocker • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Discovering Soil-Block Making by Eliot Coleman • Article
- Soil-Block Makers • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
General Seed-Starting Articles & Guides
- Direct Seeding GuidelinesTech Sheet (PDF)
- Guidelines for Starting Seeds Indoors • Tips & Troubleshooting Advice for Starting Healthy Seedlings • Article
- Indoor Seed-Starting Methods at Johnny's Greenhouses : 3 Systems for Starting Professional-Quality Seedlings • Article
Seed Starting Kits
- Basic Microgreens Grower Starter Kit • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Deluxe Microgreens Grower Starter Kit • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Johnny's "Light" Pro-Am Seedling Grower Kit • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Johnny's Pro-Am Seedling Grower Kit • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Seedling Grower Starter Kit • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Seed-Starting Mix
Planting/Transplanting Tools
- Adjustable Toolbar • Instructions for Assembly & Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Johnny's Hand Transplanter • Instructions for Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Manual Leek Planter • Instructions for Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Paperpot Transplanter (Terrateck) • Assembly Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Paperpot Transplanter (Johnny's) • Assembly Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Paperpot Transplanter • Instructions for Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Paperpot Transplanter • Paperchain Pots • Comparison Chart (PDF)
Soil Health
Bed Preparation
- Bed Preparation Rake • Assembly Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Connecta® Matrix™ Row Marker Set • Assembly & Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Johnny's Broadforks • Assembly & Use Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Johnny's Broadforks • Applications • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Johnny's Seedbed Roller • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Johnny's Seedbed Roller • Row Markers Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Johnny's Seedbed Roller • Snap-In Dibbles Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Solar Shrink® • Instructional Label (PDF)
- Mulch Hole Burner • Precautions & Instructions for Assembly & Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Rolling Dibbler, SINGLE • Assembly & Use Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Rolling Dibbler, DOUBLE • Assembly & Use Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Rolling Dibbler, INFINITE • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Rolling Dibbler, INFINITE • Assembly & Use Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Rolling Dibbler, INFINITE 2-PERSON • Assembly & Use Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- The Tilther • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- The Tilther XT • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Replacement Instructions for the Tilther Drive Shaft ½" Ball Bearings • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Replacement Instructions for the Tilther Tine Shaft ⅝" Ball Bearings • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Additional Bed Preparation Resources
Direct-Seeding & Seeders
- Direct-Seeding Guidelines • Article
- Guide to Choosing a Seeder • How to Find the Right Seeder for Your Small-Scale Growing Needs • Article
- Long-Handled Seeders • Comparison Chart (PDF)
EarthWay Seeders
- EarthWay Vegetable Seeder • Assembly & Operation Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- EarthWay Vegetable Seeder • Side-Dress Fertilizer Attachment • Assembly & Use • Instruction Sheet (PDF)
- Ev-N-Spred-Broadcast Seeder/Spreader • Instruction Sheet • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Ev-N-Spred Broadcast Seeder/Spreader • Lever Settings • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Jang Seeders
- Jang JP Series Seeders • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Jang JP Series • Roller Selection Guide • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Jang JP Series • Roller Sizes & Applications • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Jang JP1 Seeder • Operation Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Jang JP Series
- Jang JP Series • Roller Trial Results | VEGETABLE Variety Cross-Reference Chart • XLSX
- Jang JP Series • Roller Trial Results | CUT-FLOWER Variety Cross-Reference Chart • XLSX
- Jang JP Series • Roller Trial Results | SUNFLOWER Variety Cross-Reference Chart • XLSX
- Jang JP Series • Roller Trial Results | FARM SEED/COVER CROP Variety Cross-Reference Chart • XLSX
- Jang JP Series • Roller Trial Results | HERB Variety Cross-Reference Chart • XLSX
- Jang Roller Testing Grid • for evaluating your own seed • PDF
Jang JP Series Roller Trial Results • Spreadsheets
- Jang TD Series Seeders • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Jang TD1 Precision Seeder • Operation Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Jang TD Series
Paperpot Drop Seeder
Pinpoint Seeders
- Four-Row Pinpoint Seeder • Assembly & Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Four-Row Pinpoint Seeder • Replacement Parts List • PDF
- One-Row Pinpoint Seeder • Assembly & Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Precision Vacuum Seeders
- Precision Vacuum Seeder • Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Precision Vacuum Seeder • Interchangeable Plates • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Precision Vacuum Seeder • Supplemental Instructions for Identifying Your Tray Brand • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Precision Vacuum Seeder Trials Results | Plate Recommendations for VEGETABLES • XLSX
- Precision Vacuum Seeder Trials Results | Plate Recommendations for FLOWERS & ORNAMENTALS • XLSX
- Precision Vacuum Seeder Trials Results | Plate Recommendations for HERBS • XLSX
Six-Row Seeder
Grafting Supplies
Watering, Irrigation & Fertigation
- EZ-Flo Fertilizer Injector & Model Comparison Chart & Hose Installation Diagram • PDF
- EZ-Flo Ball Valve Slip Coupling Connector • Installation & Operation Guide • PDF
- EZ-Flow Fertilizer Injector • 0.75-Gallon Model • Spec Sheet (PDF)
- EZ-Flow Fertilizer Injector • 0.75-Gallon Model • Installation & Operation Guide • PDF
- EZ-Flow Fertilizer Injector • 1-Gallon Model • Spec Sheet (PDF)
- EZ-Flow Fertilizer Injector • 1-Gallon Model • Installation & Operation Guide • PDF
- EZ-Flow Fertilizer Injector • 2-Gallon Model • Spec Sheet (PDF)
- EZ-Flow Fertilizer Injector • 2-Gallon Model • Installation & Operation Guide • PDF
- Johnny's Patio Drip Irrigation Kit • User Guide (PDF)
- Johnny's 500' Drip Irrigation Kit • User Guide (PDF)
- Johnny's 1000' Drip Irrigation Kit • User Guide (PDF)
- Johnny's 2000' Drip Irrigation Kit • User Guide (PDF)
- Raised Bed Drip Kit • Installation Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Pest & Disease Control
Control Specs & Comparison Charts
- Physical, Biological & Botanical Controls • Johnny's-Preferred Options • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Fungicides/Bactericides/Algaecides • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Insecticides/Miticides/Molluscicides • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Inoculants • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Repellents • Comparison Chart (PDF)
Additional Pest & Disease Control Resources
- Cucumber Beetle Lure • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Effective, Sustainable Pest & Disease Control : Tips for Adopting an IPM Approach • Article
- Jacto Agitating Backpack Sprayer • Operation Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Late Blight Awareness & Prevention • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Pest & Disease Control Basics in Greenhouse, Hydroponic & Other Protected-Culture Systems • Article
- Plant Disease Code Definitions • PDF
- Rotate Crops & Controls: Prevent Resistance Buildup in Pests & Pathogens • Article
Weeding, Mulching & Cultivation
- Collinear Hoes • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Connecta™ Interchangeable Tool System • Instructions for Assembly, Use & Maintenance • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Flame Weeder • Instructions for Assembly, Backpack Tank Mounting, Safety & Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Long-Handled Cultivation Tools • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Offset Wire Hoe • Assembly Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Tine Weeding Rakes • 6" Wide, 9" Wide & 21" Wide • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Mulches & Landscape Fabric
- Mulch Hole Burner • Precautions & Instructions for Assembly & Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Mulches & Landscape Fabric • Comparison Chart • PDF
- Manual Mulch Layer • Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Metallic Silver Mulch • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Solar Mulch • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- SRM-Red • Selective Reflecting Mulch • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Weed Barrier Fabric • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- White-on-Black Mulch • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Wheel Hoes
- Johnny's Wheel Hoe Selection Guide • Article
- Table of Wheel Hoe Attachments & Compatibilities • Glaser & Terrateck • Chart
- Glaser Wheel Hoe • Instructions for Assembly & Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Glaser Wheel Hoe • Instructions for Double Wheel Conversion Kit • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Finger Weeders • Terrateck Wheel Hoe Accessory • Instructions for Assembly & Use • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Articles About Weeding & Cultivation
Crop Supports, Pruning & Trellising
- Basket-Weave Trellising Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Compostable Trellis Clips • Storage Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Hortonova Trellis • Vertical & Horizontal Use • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Hortonova & Trellinet • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Rollerhook® • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Rollerhook® Replacement Spool • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Tomahook • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Trellising & Crop Support Systems for Tomatoes • Advantages, Main Types & Instructions for Setting up Your Trellis System • Article
- Twine Knotter • Assembly & Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Harvesting, Post-Harvest Handling & Storage
- Baby Leaf Harvester • Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Bioset Germinator & Germinator Kit • Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Chamomile Rake • Maintenance, Rust Prevention & Removal • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- CoolBot Pro® • Spec Sheet (PDF)
- CoolBot®–Air Conditioner Compatibility • Use, Temperature, Cooler Size & Insulation + Brand Recommendations • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- CoolBot® • How to Build a Walk-in Cooler for Your Small Farm • PDF
- CoolBot® • How to Set up a Winter Cool Room • CoolBot + Inkbird + Space Heater = 21st-Century "Root Cellar" • Step-by-Step Instructions
- CoolBot® • Instruction Manual & Troubleshooting Guide • PDF
- CoolBot® • Quick-Start Guide • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- CoolBotPro® • Instruction Manual & Troubleshooting Guide • PDF
- CoolBot Pro® • Quick-Start Guide • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- CoolBotPro® • Spec Sheet • PDF
- Cooling & Storing Chart for Freshly-Harvested Summer Produce • Charticle
- Getting Started with Value-Added Foods & Farm Goods • Article
- Highbush Blueberry Rake • Maintenance, Rust Prevention & Removal • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Post-Harvest Handling & Storage Guidelines for Storage Crops • Article
- Procona: The all-in-one cut-flower harvest, transport & display system • PDF
Hydroponic Production
- Introduction to Hydroponic Growing • Types of Systems; How Hydroponics Differs from Growing in Soil; Scheduling Plantings; Specialty Techniques; How to Choose Varieties for Hydroponic Production • Article
- Choosing Your Hydroponic Grow Medium • A Review of Common Types • Common Types, Selecting a Medium, Using Plugs vs. Soilless Media, Monitoring Salt Build-up & Grow Medium Hygiene • Article
- Hydroponic Seed-Starting for Healthy Hydroponic Seedlings • How to Begin, What to Monitor & Why • Article
- Pests & Disease Control Basics for Greenhouse, Hydroponic & Other Protected-Culture Systems • Article
Winter Growing & Season Extension Methods, Tools & Accessories
High Tunnels
Bobcat High Tunnel Kits
- Bobcat High Tunnel Kits • Comparison Chart
- Bobcat Standard High Tunnel Kit • Parts List • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Bobcat Pro High Tunnel Kit • Parts List • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- #7543 • Bobcat Standard High Tunnel Kit Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- #7544 • Bobcat Pro High Tunnel Kit Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- #7546 • Bobcat Steel End Wall Kit Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- #8354 • Bobcat Automatic Ventilation Kit Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- #8358 • Bobcat Truss Support Kit Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Quick Hoops™ Stationary High Tunnels
Quick Hoops High Tunnel Bender (#9018)
Quick Hoops™ Moveable Caterpillar High Tunnel
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Quick Hoops Moveable Caterpillar High Tunnel Bender (#7000)
Quick Hoops™ Gothic High Tunnels
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QH Gothic High Tunnel Bender (#7300) Construction Option 1 : STATIONARY/Fixed Tunnel with Traditional Style Coverings
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QH Gothic High Tunnel Bender (#7300) Construction Option 2 : Eliot Coleman's Modular MOVEABLE Cathedral Tunnel
Additional High Tunnel Information Resources
- 10 Ways to Extend Your Growing Season • Article
- Cable Purlin Trellis for QuickHoops High Tunnels • Installation Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Greenhouse Production: Considerations for Beginning & Intermediate Growers, by Merle Jensen, PhD, University of Arizona Controlled Environment Agriculture Center • Article
- Protect Your Crops: Basic High & Low Tunnel Components • Article
- Scissor Doors for QuickHoops High Tunnels • Installation Guide • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Seedling & Microgreens Bench • Parts & Construction Cost Calculator • XLSM
- Seedling & Microgreens Bench • Construction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Univent Automatic Opener for BiFold Doors • Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Winter Growing Guide: Winter Harvesting & Overwintering for Spring Harvest • Article Series
Low Tunnels
Quick Hoops™ Low Tunnels
- QH Low Tunnel Benders (#9377 4'Wx4'H & #9520 6'Wx3'H) • Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- QH Low Tunnel Bender (#7616 3'Wx4.5'H) • Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Hitch Mount (9852) for QH Low Tunnel Benders • Instruction Manual • Tech Sheet (PDF)
Row Cover, Insect Netting, Shade Cloth & Greenhouse Films/Coverings
- Agribon+ AG-15 • Insect Barrier • Insert (PDF)
- Agribon+ AG-19, 30, 50 & 70 • Row Cover • Insert (PDF)
- Hoop Loops • Installation Instructions • Tech Sheet (PDF)
- Row Cover & Insect Netting • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Shade Cloth • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Tufflite IV™ Greenhouse Film • Comparison Chart (PDF)