Matt W · 10th Mar 2026
Cold frames extend your UK growing season by 6-8 weeks. Our installers compare 7 aluminium models from three manufacturers, with month-by-month planting advice and positioning tips.
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 16 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
An unheated greenhouse stays 2-5C warmer than outside on cold nights. Bubble wrap adds another 2-3C. Here is what to expect and how to keep your greenhouse frost-free.
Matt W · 6th Mar 2026
Compare six greenhouse watering methods from hand watering to solar-powered irrigation. Real UK prices, seasonal schedules, and holiday solutions from expert installers.
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
How to ventilate a greenhouse properly using roof vents, louvre vents, and fans. Covers automatic vent openers, temperature thresholds, and preventing overheating in summer.
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 16 years of installer experience.
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
A practical guide to greenhouse staging and shelving. Covers heights, materials, weight capacities, layout planning by greenhouse size, and the five mistakes we see on every other install.
Matt W · 3rd Mar 2026
A practical guide to lean-to greenhouses covering wall positioning, sizing, thermal benefits, installation prep and what to grow. Includes comparison table, product recommendations and planning permission rules.
Matt W · 2nd Mar 2026
Real monthly heating costs for UK greenhouses. A 6x8 on frost protection costs around 20-30 per month with insulation. Worked examples for 3 sizes.
Matt W · 2nd Mar 2026
Most domestic greenhouses do not need planning permission in the UK. A simple 5-point checklist confirms whether your greenhouse is permitted development.
Matt W · 2nd Mar 2026
The 8 greenhouse accessories worth buying and 5 that waste your money, ranked by installers who have fitted over 3,000 greenhouses.
Matt W · 2nd Mar 2026
65% of returning customers wish they had bought bigger. Our installers explain which greenhouse size you actually need, with plant counts and real dimensions for every size.
Matt W · 1st Mar 2026
Sow winter radishes like Black Spanish, China Rose, and Mooli in December under a cold frame. Seeds go 1cm deep in rows 15-20cm apart. A cold frame raises soil temperature by 3-5 degrees, triggering germination when open ground is too cold. Expect to harvest in 8-10 weeks.
Matt W · 27th Feb 2026
In our 16+ years helping UK gardeners, we’ve seen that the difference between a good harvest and a great one often comes down to the preparation done in these colder weeks. It might be chilly—the Met Office average for January hovers around 4-5°C—but with the right kit and a bit of enthusiasm, there is plenty to be done. From servicing your quality greenhouses to pruning wisteria, let's get your garden ready for its best year yet.
Matt W · 24th Feb 2026
Before sowing your first seed, optimise your greenhouse environment. Position seed trays on the south-facing side where they'll receive maximum natural light. Install shelving to maximise vertical space?a standard 8x6 greenhouse can house 12+ seed trays when properly configured.
Insulate against temperature fluctuations by using bubble wrap on greenhouse walls during February?April sowings. This simple step maintains 3?5?C warmer night-time temperatures, crucial for heat-loving seedlings like tomatoes and peppers.
Matt W · 24th Feb 2026
March 2026 is when the growing season starts. From sowing tomatoes under glass to preparing your greenhouse for spring, here are all the jobs worth doing this month.
Matt W · 24th Feb 2026
A potting shed works best when you plan the interior before filling it. This guide covers layout, sizing, wall storage, staging setup, and organisation ideas for UK gardeners.
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