Types of greenhouses
Due to location and construction, we can distinguish several types of greenhouses:
- Free-standing greenhouse - its appearance somewhat resembles a garden gazebo. Its long axis should run from east to west..
- Wall greenhouse - in this case, we must have a fairly large area.
- Wooden greenhouse - greenhouses can be less durable from steel, or aluminum, however, their advantage is their low heat transfer coefficient. If we build a greenhouse ourselves, it is worth remembering, so that you first need to soak the tree, which we will use in our construction.
- Aluminum or steel greenhouse - they are very durable. However, it is worth remembering to protect structures from corrosion..
Greenhouse construction
We can build the greenhouse ourselves or use ready-made solutions (ready-made greenhouse structures buy here). By placing a greenhouse in our garden, we must keep in mind, what buildings above 25 m2 require a building permit.
The optimal greenhouse size is 10 – 15 m2, although, if we don't have so much free surface, we can also supply smaller design. The greenhouse should be located in a sunny part of the garden. The roof must be tilted at an angle 25 – 35 degrees. The sloped part of the roof must face south, to make the most of the sunlight. Good, if the greenhouse will be able to regulate the amount of light, what goes into it, that is, the possibility of shading.
It is also worth preparing the base accordingly., which must be adapted for plants, which we want to plant in it.
Greenhouse temperature control
During the winter, autumn and early spring, the greenhouse can be heated in several ways:
- using electricity,
- oil and gas,
- from the gas network or cylinders.
The most proven method is to heat greenhouses with electricity., thanks to this we don't have to worry, that the humidity in the greenhouse will increase. It is also worth remembering the correct insulation of greenhouses., for efficient heating.
In summer, remember to regulate temperature and sunlight.. We can do this with installed blinds or special window paints.. How high the temperature is, how too much sun can inhibit plant growth. In most plants, temperature is higher 35 degrees will restrain their growth.
Greenhouses provide not only favorable conditions for plant growth, but also favorable conditions for the presence of harmful insects and the development of diseases. Plants are most often attacked by spider mites. To avoid the development of diseases and pests in our greenhouse, it is worth remembering about tillage, greenhouse structures and equipment. It is best to do this after the growing season of the plants..
If harmful insects are already attacking our plants, we can deal with them in natural ways, eg, washing them off with soap and water, or with the help of our natural allies, that is, beneficial predatory insects, that will deal with pests, and, at the same time, will not destroy our cultures. As a last resort, you can use chemical plant protection products.
By growing plants in a greenhouse, in your backyard, we can grow beautiful exotic flowers, vegetables and fruits. Building a greenhouse in the garden shouldn't take any time, not expensive. We can also use ready-made structures, who will save our time. If you have already decided to buy or build a greenhouse in the garden, of course, we will not regret this decision.