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 16 years experience. 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 16 years experience.
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 16 years experience.
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 16 years of greenhouse installations.
Matt W · 17th Mar 2026
Seven UK-proven herbs for greenhouse growing, with cultivar recommendations, a month-by-month sowing calendar, staging layout guide, and winter protection methods. From installers with 16 years experience.
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 · 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.
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