Greenhouses FAQs

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  Greenhouses work by letting in the sun’s heat through glass or polycarbonate panels and trapping the warmth inside. You can rely on consistent temperatures throughout the season, propagating seeds, fruits, vegetables, and other plants in the most effective way possible.

• What is the best garden greenhouse?

  If you’ve been growing your own fruit and vegetables and are looking for ways to expand your harvest, you need to consider the best type of glasshouse for your garden, which can depend on many different factors. There are a few considerations you should consider when choosing yours.

  ●      Freestanding greenhouses can be placed anywhere in your garden and allow light in from all sides.

  ●      Lean-to greenhouses are smaller and are placed against a wall or fence, however this means they get less sun.

  ●      Polytunnels are made from steel hoops and covered with a clear plastic. A cheaper option, polytunnels aren't as aesthetically pleasing as a glasshouse but certainly get the job done just as well.

  ●      Aluminium glasshouses don't rust in comparison to a wooden option and can be disassembled and moved easily if needed.

  ●      Wooden frames can be more expensive but will provide a more traditional look to most gardens and generally keeps in more heat than aluminium.

  When it comes to choice of glass, a polycarbonate greenhouse would be ideal if there are children running around incase of injury. This type of glazing is shatterproof, however if you live in a particularly windy location, we would recommend toughened glass to prevent it blowing out of the frame in extreme weather. In any other circumstances, horticulture glass is fine.

• Where is the best place to position a greenhouse?

  In the UK our growing season can be short, and variable at best. Having a sheltered space in the garden for capturing early spring heat while offering protection from winter frost can make all the difference in giving your plants the best chance of thriving.

  The trick to choosing the perfect place for your new greenhouse is balancing the need for shelter and sun. Make sure you position your greenhouse in the sunniest part of the garden with the longest side facing south.

  If it is a lean-to style, always locate it on a south-facing wall, if possible. Too much exposure to strong winds can cause damage, so try to use fencing or garden screening as wind shields. Make sure to always leave a bit of space around for maintenance and installation. Avoid overhanging branches which could block too much of the sun or risk falling and breaking the roof panels.

• Greenhouse accessories

  Once installed, it’s time to kit it out with a range of greenhouse accessories. There are a number of ventilation options on offer to prevent overheating, including automatic vent arms.
  
  For the colder days, you can bring some warmth with a hanging or freestanding heater. Use staging and shelving to get the most out of the space, and keep your planting easy to access and water. Or you can even install an irrigation system to make watering even easier.
  
  We offer plant grow kits, garden tools and equipment as well as everything else you need to start your harvest.

• What are the benefits of a glass greenhouse?

  For keen gardeners, a greenhouse can be a fantastic addition to your garden. Glass greenhouses offer many benefits:

  
  
  

  • Light Transmission – glass greenhouses offer unparalleled levels of light for your plants, giving them everything they need to thrive
  • Durability – a glass greenhouse can last in excess of 50 years meaning you don’t need to worry about short-term deterioration and maintenance
  • Appearance – glass greenhouses are an attractive garden structure that will give you a great view of the beautiful plants inside

• Is glass good for a greenhouse?

  Glass greenhouses are best for long term use. While it can be trickier to install due to it being the most heavy-duty option, a glass greenhouse will last you in excess of 50 years.

• Glass Greenhouse Safety

  The primary concern those considering a glass greenhouse have is the possibility of shattering the glass. The glass used for greenhouses is tempered to make it as shatter-resistant as possible and to ensure that, in the event of the glass shattering, the pieces break into small squares for maximum safety.

• Glass Greenhouse Heating

  Depending on the heating budget for your greenhouse, you’ll want to consider either single or double-paned glass. Single paned glass may result in higher heating and cooling costs, whereas double-paned glass greenhouses will offer better climate control and reduce costs.

• Glass Greenhouse Maintenance

  As long as the glass panels are sealed correctly at installation, you should be able to prevent condensation from forming in double or triple-paned glass greenhouses. Maintenance should only require glass washing when dirt accumulates.

• What to grow in a greenhouse?

  There are a number of ways that greenhouses can be used for growing plants. You can start plants off sooner than if you were to plant them outdoors. Some of the easier plants to grow in a greenhouse include peppers, chillies, tomatoes and cucumbers. You could also try growing more heat loving plants such as melons, sweet potatoes and okra in the hotter months as they will love the warm moisture levels in the greenhouse. Once autumn comes, you can make the most out of your space by growing late salad crops and storing away plants to protect them from frost.

• How do greenhouses work?

  Greenhouses work by allowing light rays from the sun to enter through the plastic or glass sheeting. The light is then absorbed by plants and converted to heat, keeping the greenhouse warm. To prevent greenhouses getting too hot, you should make sure that they have windows, vents or fans.