Matt W · 7th Apr 2026
Step-by-step guide to dismantling a greenhouse safely. Remove glass first, work top to bottom, label parts for reassembly. Takes 2-4 hours with two people. From professional greenhouse installers.
Matt W · 6th Apr 2026
Real UK greenhouse prices from £329 to £36,630. Comparison tables by size, brand and material plus base, installation and accessory costs. From installers with Greenhouse Stores experience since 2012.
Matt W · 6th Apr 2026
Running electricity to a UK greenhouse requires a Part P qualified electrician. Costs £400-£1,200 for SWA cable, RCD protection and weatherproof sockets. From installers with Greenhouse Stores experience since 2012.
Matt W · 27th Mar 2026
Complete greenhouse propagation guide from expert installers. Covers seed sowing, softwood cuttings, semi-ripe cuttings and division with temperature charts and a month-by-month calendar.
Matt W · 26th Mar 2026
Your complete April gardening checklist from installers with Greenhouse Stores experience since 2012. Covers greenhouse ventilation, sowing schedules, lawn care and hardening off seedlings.
Matt W · 23rd Mar 2026
Aubergines need 25-30C to germinate and consistent warmth through the season. This beginner's guide covers UK varieties, sowing times, the pinch-at-30cm rule and daily misting for fruit set, from installers with Greenhouse Stores experience since 2012.
Matt W · 23rd Mar 2026
Best small greenhouses for UK gardens from 4x4 to 6x4. What to grow, how to use staging for vertical growing, and layout tips from installers with Greenhouse Stores experience since 2012.
Matt W · 19th Mar 2026
Greenhouse flooring affects drainage, temperature, pest control, and comfort. Gravel over weed membrane is the most popular choice, used in 60% of the greenhouses we install. This guide compares gravel, slabs, concrete, soil, and matting with real costs.
Matt W · 19th Mar 2026
UK greenhouse growers lose up to 40% of their crop yield to ten avoidable mistakes. This guide covers each one with the specific fix, from auto vent openers to the right compost, based on our work with Greenhouse Stores customers since 2012.
Matt W · 17th Mar 2026
Grow basil, parsley, coriander, mint and Mediterranean herbs under glass. This friendly UK guide covers sowing, watering, winter care and greenhouse setup.
Matt W · 10th Mar 2026
A cold frame gives seedlings and low-growing crops a sheltered place outside. Use it to harden off plants, protect hardy salads and start suitable crops when the soil is warm enough.
Matt W · 10th Mar 2026
The 8 best tomato varieties for UK greenhouses, from sweet Sungold cherries to meaty Marmande beefsteaks. Tried and tested by our installers over many years.
Matt W · 9th Mar 2026
One in three DIY greenhouse builds have a base problem. After 13 years of professional installation and 150,000 orders, we have seen every mistake. This guide covers the 10 most common and exactly how to prevent each one.
Matt W · 9th Mar 2026
A 6x8ft aluminium greenhouse takes two adults 6 to 8 hours on a prepared base. This guide covers every step from unpacking to final bolt check, with brand-specific tips from professional installers who have processed over 150,000 orders.
Matt W · 8th Mar 2026
Metal raised beds outlast wood by 10 to 15 years in UK gardens. We compare aluminium and wooden raised beds on price, lifespan, drainage, and growing performance — with real data from 13 years of fitting them.
Matt W · 8th Mar 2026
Plan winter greenhouse growing with practical advice on temperatures, insulation, suitable crops and heating costs.
Matt W · 6th Mar 2026
Compare greenhouse watering methods, from hand watering to drip irrigation and capillary matting. Choose a setup that suits your plants and water supply.
Matt W · 6th Mar 2026
Greenhouse decorating is the breakout garden trend of 2026. Staging, hanging plants, bistro seating, fairy lights, and colour palettes to turn a standard aluminium greenhouse into a styled living space, from under 100 pounds.
Matt W · 5th Mar 2026
Grow fresh salad leaves every month of the year in an unheated greenhouse. Month-by-month sowing calendar, the five hardiest crops, and how to keep your greenhouse warmer without spending a penny on heating.
Matt W · 5th Mar 2026
Ventilate a greenhouse before heat builds up: open suitable roof vents, provide lower air inlets and monitor the temperature where plants grow. Automatic openers help when you are away, but they respond gradually and cannot guarantee a safe maximum.
Matt W · 4th Mar 2026
Which plants grow well together in a greenhouse? Proven companion planting combinations for UK greenhouses, backed by university research and Greenhouse Stores experience since 2012.
Matt W · 4th Mar 2026
Complete first-time greenhouse setup guide covering bases, floor surfaces, staging, ventilation and accessories. Written by installers who build over 200 greenhouses a year.
Matt W · 3rd Mar 2026
An honest comparison of greenhouses and polytunnels covering cost, durability, heat retention, wind resistance, pest control and property value. Includes 15-year cost breakdown.
Matt W · 3rd Mar 2026
Greenhouse staging gives you a raised surface for seedlings, potting and smaller plants. Shelving adds storage above it, but too much can shade crops below.
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