So… There it is. Your beautiful greenhouse is set up and you are ready to start growing. Just order some plant trays and pots and you’re good to go, right? Well, when we first started growing, we were pretty overwhelmed by the million different types of plant trays and didn’t really know where to begin. So let’s give you an overview of the most common trays and their characteristics. Propagation trays Propagation trays or germination trays will allow you to design the perfect environment for the successful germination from seeds. There are many different kinds of germination or propagation tra ..read more

One of my favorite greenhouse accessories and back saving additions to a greenhouse or garden is a decent potting bench. We’ll share with you what to look for in a potting bench and which designs are available on the market. What is a potting bench? A potting bench can also be called a gardening table or greenhouse table. It’s a workbench that can be used for small gardening tasks, such as planting or transplanting seedlings, repotting smaller plants and checking the soil of your pots. A potting bench is built at a comfortable height for a standing person, no more crouching down and crawling b ..read more

A luxury greenhouse is a stylish, beautiful addition to your backyard. Whether you’re looking for a modern greenhouse, an orangery or a full on Victorian greenhouse, there are many luxurious greenhouse options. In this article, we run you through the different styles and types of luxury greenhouses.  Victorian greenhouses Victorian greenhouses are the ultimate example of British style and class. Victorian greenhouses originated in the 17th century in the UK and were soon adopted by the Netherlands and France. A Victorian greenhouse perfectly combines class and functionality. The graceful ..read more

Have you decided you’re ready to add a greenhouse to your home? Congratulations! We’re sure you will absolutely love the experience. But how to get started? While we have written an entire greenhouse beginners guide, we’ll start you off with some inspiration in this article!  How to make a greenhouse at home? When you are trying to figure out what kind of greenhouse you want to add to your home, you might be a little overwhelmed with the many choices. Let’s start by what you need to decide for yourself before you can choose a greenhouse kit for you! 1. Preparation Think about where you w ..read more

Maybe you have been thinking about getting a greenhouse but haven’t actually found the right trigger to go through with it? Or maybe you always thought a greenhouse was really not your thing? However you came across this article, let us share with you some greenhouse secrets! They don’t have to be expensive! Maybe you haven’t invested in a greenhouse yet because you think you can’t afford it. However, there are many budget friendly options! Consider a portable greenhouse, mini greenhouse or small polycarbonate greenhouse. You don’t need a backyard to enjoy greenhouse growing! No, really! Take ..read more

Orangerie style, big enough to include a little sitting corner, charcoal grey frame,… When we saw the first picture of the Palram Four Seasons Chalet, we practically fell in love with the design. We started researching this 12x8x9 greenhouse to find out if it would fit in our yard and offer us all the things we look for in a greenhouse! In this review, we’ll walk you through the size, assembly, durability, temperature management, and recommended accessories.  Like most Palram greenhouses, the Four Seasons Chalet consists of two types of glazing for balanced light exposure. The panels are ..read more

There’s nothing nicer than enjoying fresh, homegrown vegetables in winter. Whether you are a greenhouse pro or a hobby enthusiast, a good greenhouse heater allows you to grow plants all year long. The amount of greenhouse heating you need largely depends on your climate. To decide which heating system to use, one of the most important factors is the possibilities your greenhouse and house offer you. If you have a greenhouse that is built against your house, you are probably able to extend your central heating system there. If your greenhouse is far away and your gas pipes aren’t accessible you ..read more

Are you still trying to decide which greenhouse material will suit you best? Or have you decided on a polycarbonate greenhouse but are you a little overwhelmed by the many, many options? We’ll give you a hand and share our favorite polycarbonate greenhouses with you! What are polycarbonate greenhouses? Polycarbonate greenhouses are the most common type of greenhouses. Polycarbonate greenhouses are actually a difficult name for plastic panel greenhouses. Polycarbonates are strong tough materials, that are easily molded and thermoformed. Because of these properties, polycarbonates are used in ma ..read more

When you’re preparing your greenhouse for winter, the most important factor is whether or not you will heat your greenhouse. If you heat your greenhouse, you can use it to move some of your outside summer plants too, so they can survive the cold winters. If you don’t heat your greenhouse, check which plants can grow in colder climates. Some of our tips underneath will help you protect your plants. 1. Clean your greenhouse Although I’m not particularly a fan of cleaning, this is one of those jobs that just needs to be done. Especially when the outside of your greenhouse is getting a little gree ..read more

Do you have a big backyard that feels a little empty? Have you outgrown your mini greenhouse or 4’x6’ greenhouse? Are you a go big or go home kind of person? An 8’x12’ greenhouse feels like a true indoor garden. It will offer you plenty of room to decorate, put in shelves, hanging plants and maybe a little reading corner, surrounded by greens. Sounds good? We think so! We have recently switched from a 6’x8’ greenhouse to an 8’x12’ greenhouse and boy are we loving it! We have moved our plants from the small greenhouse to the big one and we realized we still had so much room for extra plants, ve ..read more