Whether you're growing fruits and vegetables or planting a variety of flowers, starting a garden is a rewarding and exciting experience. However, to maximize your garden, ensure you have everything needed for success. From seeds and soil to a home for your new food and plants to live in, there is a lot to consider.
If you're looking to up your gardening game, you've probably explored various DIY greenhouse kits, tools, and accessories. Planta greenhouses provide a designated space for your plants to live and grow, protecting them from outdoor elements that could potentially harm them. If you live in an area with a cold climate but want to maintain your garden year-round, a greenhouse can help you keep it alive.
Just like humans, every greenhouse is different. Therefore, it’s essential to understand how various models align with your gardening goals before purchasing a DIY greenhouse kit.
Here are a few things to consider when picking a greenhouse that is right for you:
Think about size tomorrow, not today
If you’re starting, chances are you already have a couple of plants. While your garden may be small now, it’s always important to think ahead.
If you plan to expand your greenhouse even further in the future, you'll want to consider the end result, not just what you have now. There are a plethora of options to suit the needs of those looking to grow from a few plants to an entire home! The Sungrow is built for those who want to develop larger gardens and house a larger number of plants. Their durability allows them to be kept up all year round, protecting the contents inside from harsh weather elements.
It’s essential to consider your end goal, not just your current state, when choosing a greenhouse. You don’t want to end up with a DIY backyard greenhouse that is too small or too large for what you inevitably want to create.
Take into consideration the surrounding light.
When people think about greenhouses and the plants inside, many envision perfectly transparent resting houses where plants can bask in the sunlight for hours on end. While sunlight is essential for plants, excessive exposure can have the opposite effect. Knowing this plays a massive role in your greenhouse decision.
If you plan on keeping your greenhouse in an area away from direct sunlight, you can opt for a fully transparent option. However, if your greenhouse is going to reside in the path of direct sunlight, consider a different type of greenhouse with a diffused lighting system. All Planta greenhouses offer UV protection, allowing plants to continue absorbing the sunlight without the risk of overexposure. Either way, before settling on a greenhouse, analyze where you want to put it and how the sun affects that spot.
Speaking of surroundings, think about the weather.
Wouldn’t it be nice to live in a place where the weather is always calm and cooperative? Unfortunately, many of us don’t live in such areas. Rain, hail, snow, ice, winds, dry air - these are just a few elements provided by Mother Nature that can wreak havoc on a greenhouse. If you live in a place with mostly calm weather, your options are plentiful; however, if you live in a place with less-than-ideal weather, you’ll want to look for greenhouses crafted from select, sturdy materials.
Similar to lighting, the location of your DIY greenhouse kit plays a significant role in determining which type works best for you. If your greenhouse is under a tree or in an area where children frequently play, for example, it’s better to be safe than sorry and opt for a greenhouse that can withstand potential hazards.
Plants need to breathe just like we do
Just because plants can talk doesn’t mean they don’t feel. While that may sound cheesy, it holds merit. Plants require many things that humans do as well, such as nutrients, sunlight, water, and proper ventilation and regulated temperatures. Greenhouses should release hot air in the warmer months and retain warm air in the colder months to optimize the longevity and growth of all living organisms within. Most greenhouses come equipped with vents that allow for just that. When shopping around for your next greenhouse, ensure the housing provides adequate ventilation for all your plants.
Purchasing a greenhouse is a significant and long-term investment; ergo, you want to ensure you choose the one that best suits your needs. Therefore, it’s essential to consider all the above factors to help you move forward in your decision-making process and find a greenhouse that meets all your wants and needs.
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