Different Sizes of Greenhouses
With all the different shapes, sizes and types of garden greenhouses out there today, it is no wonder that some people find it very difficult to make a decision. What people sometimes forget to think about is what they are going to grow in that house.
You may want to invest in a larger home greenhouse to grow small trees or if you have a lot of things you want to grow. If you simply want to cover a part of your garden, a portable unit can be easily moved to sit over that area. Of course a cold frame is perfect to extend the growing period of your raised beds. Medium houses are perfect for most families who want a simple backyard greenhouse.
After you determine the size based on what kinds of plants, vegetable, herbs and flora you want to grow, you will then need to look at what type of greenhouse works best for those plants as well as where you live. Most of today’s growing houses will work just about anywhere in the lower forty-eight provided you invest in a heater and have adequate and proper venting and fans for circulation. However, if snow loads are a concern, you will need to get a greenhouse that will either be able to hold that kind of load or shaped so the snow will fall off to the sides.
Consider what your greenhouse frame and panels are made of when you look at the choices. You will want to take note of the UV rating on those you are examining and do a little research about how that rating will affect what you want to grow. Some of these come in panels and some come in rolls but they are both easy to install. When looking at the frame, just make sure it will be sturdy under the snow in your area and can withstand any sever wind.
If you live in an area that normally stays above forty-five degrees, you may be able to getaway with not purchasing a heater. You can use five gallon buckets to set in the sun by day and let them heat your greenhouse at night. You may want to boil water in your house and place the hot water in the greenhouse to provide heat. This is a huge hassle if you have to do it night after night but for a few days it works well.
The last important consideration is the foundation. If you have level ground then you can tie the greenhouse down with tie-down kits that can be bought at almost any outdoor store that carries greenhouse products. These can also be used for various other types of foundations as long as you figure what you will need to tie down the growing house in high winds. The most important thing to consider is getting a greenhouse that works for you.