Research Greenhouse
Computerized greenhouses for research, equipped with rolling benches, temperature control, drip-irrigation with fertilizer injection, automatic shading, HP sodium lighting, biological pest control and an integrated database system.
Phytorium (Growth cabinets)
The Phytorium is equipped with controlled-environment cabinets for plant growth and plant tissue culture. Qualified and professional technical assistance is available on site.
Equipment
Small Single door Growth Chamber
Brand/Model: Conviron EF7
Area: 0.7m2
Growth space height: 105 cm
Temperature range: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: Fluorescent and incandescent max 350 μmoles
Note: Stationary ceiling with one adjustable shelf
Fee: $2.16/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Large Double Door Growth Chamber
Brand/Model: Conviron E15
Area: 1.4m2
Growth space height: 123 cm
Temperature range: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: Fluorescent and incandescent max 350 μmoles
Note: stationary ceiling with one adjustable shelf
Lighting: Fluorescent and incandescent to max 875 μmoles
Note: Movable ceiling
Fee: $3.60/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Medium Single Door Growth Chamber (Tall Plant Chamber)
Brand/Model: Conviron GEN1000
Area: 0.55m2
Growth space height: 109cm
Temperature range: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: LED max 550 μmoles
Note: One adjustable shelf
Fee: $2.16/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Medium Single Door Growth Chamber (Short Plant Chamber)
Brand/Model: Conviron GEN1000
Area: 0.55m2
Growth space height: 48cm (top) 55cm (bottom)
Temperature range: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: LED max 550 μmoles
Note: 2 adjustable shelves
Fee: $2.16/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Medium Single Door Growth Chamber (Short Plant Chamber)
Brand/Model: Conviron A1000
Area: 0.55m2
Growth space height: 42cm (top) 62cm (bottom)
Temperature range: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: LED max 550 μmoles
Note: 2 adjustable shelves
Fee: $2.16/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Medium Single Door Growth Chamber with CO2 (Tall Plant Chamber)
Brand/Model: Conviron GEN1000 CO2
Area: 0.55m2
Growth space height: 109cm
Temperature range: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: LED max 550 μmoles
Note: One adjustable shelf
Fee: $4.80/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Medium Single Door Growth Chamber
Brand/Model: Percilval E36-VL
Area: 0.5m2 (per shelf)
Growth space height: 130cm
Temperature range: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: LED max 515 μmoles
Note: 4 adjustable shelves
Fee: $2.16/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Small Tissue Culture Chamber
Brand/Model: Conviron TC16
Area: 0.5m2 (per shelf)
Growth space height: 21 cm (space between each shelf)
Temperature: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: Fluorescent 100-125μmoles
Note: 4 shelves
Fee: $2.16/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Large Tissue Culture Chamber
Brand/Model: Conviron A1000
Area: 0.5m2 (per shelf)
Growth space height: 17.1cm (space between each shelf)
Temperature range: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: LED max 700 μmoles
Note: 4 shelves
Fee: $3.60/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Large Growth Bench
Brand/Model: Conviron GB48
Area: 4.5m2
Growth space height: 152 cm
Temperature: 15ºC -25ºC
Lighting: LED max 150 μmoles
Note: moveable ceiling
Fee: $6.72 per day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Walk-in Growth Shelf - Temporarily Unavailable
Brand/Model: Conviron MTW120
Area: 0.9m2 (per shelf)
Growth space height: 35 cm (space between each shelf)
Temperature: 4ºC to 45ºC
Lighting: Fluorescent and incandescent max 275μmoles
Note: 12 shelves available for individual rent
Fee: $1.20/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Germination Chamber
Brand/Model: Phytotronics GC6
Area: 0.73m2 (per shelf)
Growth space height: 25cm (space between each shelf)
Temperature: 60F-80F (15ºC -26ºC )
Note: 6 shelves
Fee: $0.96/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Growth Shelf
Area: 0.25m2 (per shelf)
Growth space height: 33cm (space between each shelf)
Room Temperature: 22ºC -25ºC
Lighting: LED 150-350μmoles
Note: 5 shelves
Fee: $1.20/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Greenhouse Benches
Area (Long Bench): 9.28m2
Area (Short Bench): 7.04m2
Temperature:: 15ºC to 40ºC
Lighting: HPS 250-350 μmoles
Note: Sliding benches
Fee: $6.24/day (Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences users)
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Reservations
- For information on the rules and regulations for the Phytorium and Research Greenhouse please read the Phytorium and Research Greenhouse Manual.
- For research using natural soils please read: SOP - Use of Natural Soils in the Research Greenhouse
- Download and complete the Approval Form and have it signed by the Research Supervisor.
- Complete and submit Space Reservation Form. Make sure to attach the signed Approval Form to your submission.
PLEASE NOTE: You will need your McGill credentials in order to view this form. You will be contacted when your space is available and ready. - Access to the Research Greenhouse without a reservation: Users who require access to the Research Greenhouse must download and complete the Access Form.
Fees
*Fees include the cost of soil, pots and labels
**Prices will be determined upon reservation request for users from other McGill Faculties
| Equipment | Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Users |
|---|---|
|
Greenhouse Bench Drip Irrigation (Extra) |
$6.24/day $0.50/day |
|
Single Door Growth chamber |
$2.16/day |
| Double Door Growth Chamber | $3.60/day |
| CO2 Double Door Growth Chamber | $4.80/day |
| Tissue Culture Chamber | $2.16/day |
|
Large Tissue Culture Chamber |
$3.60/day |
| Large Growth Bench | $6.72/day |
| Walk-In Growth Chamber Shelf (temporarily unavailable) | $1.20/day |
| Germination Chamber | $0.96/day |
|
Growth Shelf |
$1.20/day |