Greenhouse Staging/Shelving FAQs

• What is greenhouse staging?

  Greenhouse staging refers to the position of your plants within the greenhouse. Proper staging will manoeuvre your plants into the best spots for them to grow. The idea is to maximise factors that will help your plants to thrive such as sunlight, shade, and sufficient water and drainage.

• What kind of shelves do I need for a greenhouse?

  Both single and multiple level greenhouse benches are suitable for your greenhouse staging, but which type of shelving you choose will depend on the needs of the plants you’re growing. 

  If you’re exclusively growing plants that need sunlight, raised single level greenhouse shelves will be suitable, but if you have a mix of plants that need sunlight and shade, invest in multi-level shelving so your greenhouse staging can provide both at the same time.

  Our range of greenhouse shelving is low in price and high in quality. With a large range of different styles to choose from, decking out your greenhouse has never been easier. Our shelving allows you to place your projects in full sunlight for all to see, whilst also providing space for your tools and seed packets.

• How wide should greenhouse staging be?

  For a hobby greenhouse, the staging area is typically around 8 to 10 feet wide. There are much larger options available, and commercial greenhouses can usually accommodate a staging area of 20 feet. It’s important to understand how wide your staging area is as it will determine the number and size of greenhouse shelving that can be used.

  Should you feel that a little help maintaining your greenhouse plants might be in order, have a look through our selection of greenhouse irrigation systems. Perfect for controlling exactly how much water and nutrients your plants need. With winter setting in, you mustn't forget to invest in a good greenhouse heater which will fend away the frost in the coldest of months.

  Remember, if space is a problem, you can always invest in one of our smaller cold frames which are perfect for young plants. Discover all this and more in our full range of greenhouse accessories at Primrose. If you’re still looking for the perfect home for your plants, don’t forget to browse our mini greenhouses, plus freestanding and lean-to greenhouses available online.