May Gardening Jobs
Matt W · 22nd Apr 2026
The 10 May gardening jobs that matter most, ranked by impact. From installers with 16 years experience fitting UK greenhouses, covering auto vents, hardening off, tomato care and the Chelsea chop.
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Greenhouse Aftercare: Seasonal UK Maintenance Checklist
Matt W · 22nd Apr 2026
A UK seasonal maintenance checklist from greenhouse installers with 16 years experience. Task by task through spring, summer, autumn, and winter — keep your greenhouse safe, clean, and productive all year round.
How to Grow Poinsettias in a Greenhouse UK
Matt W · 15th Apr 2026
Keep poinsettias for years and re-flower them every Christmas in your greenhouse. 14-hour blackout from September, 13-15C overnight, prune in April. Full year-round care guide.
How to Grow Kiwi Fruit in a Greenhouse UK
Matt W · 15th Apr 2026
Complete guide to growing kiwi fruit in a UK greenhouse. Self-fertile Jenny variety fruits in 3-4 years. Covers training wires, hand pollination, pruning and winter care.
ThermoWood vs Pressure-Treated Timber: Which Lasts Longer in Garden Buildings?
Matt W · 14th Apr 2026
ThermoWood lasts 25+ years vs 10-15 for pressure-treated timber. We compare both treatments after 16 years of installing garden buildings across the UK.
12 Best Contemporary and Modern Greenhouse Styles UK 2026
Matt W · 13th Apr 2026
12 best modern greenhouse styles for UK gardens in 2026. Black and anthracite frames, pent roofs, orangeries and European designs from £484 to £7,360. Every product in stock with buy links.
How to String and Support Tomatoes in a Greenhouse: UK Step-by-Step Guide
Matt W · 10th Apr 2026
How to string and support cordon tomatoes in a greenhouse using overhead screwhooks and jute twine. Step-by-step guide from installers with 16 years experience, including which hooks fit your greenhouse and how to tie the twist.
Growing Courgettes in a Greenhouse UK: Complete Guide
Matt W · 9th Apr 2026
Complete guide to growing courgettes in a greenhouse. Covers sowing times, best varieties (Defender F1, Patio Star), hand pollination, spacing, ventilation, and pest control from experienced UK greenhouse suppliers.
Best Mini Greenhouses UK: Compact Growing for Small Spaces
Matt W · 9th Apr 2026
Expert guide to the best mini greenhouses in the UK. 27 aluminium and glass models from Access, Stali, Elite, and Palram. Comparison tables, size guide, and honest recommendations from 12 years of experience.
What to Grow in a Potting Shed: Month-by-Month UK Guide
Matt W · 7th Apr 2026
Month-by-month potting shed growing guide covering tomatoes, herbs, salads, and overwintering veg. Expert tips on ThermoWood insulation, staging use, and crop rotation from installers with 12 years experience.
Your Greenhouse as a Garden Sanctuary: Wellbeing Under Glass
Matt W · 7th Apr 2026
A greenhouse is not just for growing. How to turn yours into a garden sanctuary for wellbeing and relaxation. Practical setup tips from installers with 16 years experience.
Signs You've Outgrown Your Greenhouse (And What to Do Next)
Matt W · 7th Apr 2026
65% of returning customers wish they had bought bigger. Signs your greenhouse is too small, space-saving tricks, and when to upgrade. Real data from 3,000+ UK installs.
How to Dismantle a Greenhouse: Step-by-Step Guide
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.
How Much Does a Greenhouse Cost UK? Complete 2026 Pricing Guide
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 16 years experience.
How to Run Electricity to a Greenhouse: UK Safety Guide
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 16 years experience.
Greenhouse Propagation Guide: Seeds, Cuttings and Division
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.
April Gardening Jobs: What to Do in the Garden and Greenhouse
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.
Growing Aubergines in a Greenhouse UK: Beginner's Guide
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.
Small Greenhouse Ideas: What to Grow and How to Maximise Space
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.
Greenhouse Flooring Options UK: Gravel, Slabs, Concrete or Soil?
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.
10 Common Greenhouse Growing Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
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.
How to Grow Herbs in a Greenhouse: Year-Round UK Guide
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.
Cold Frame Gardening UK: What to Grow and When to Plant
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.
Best Greenhouse Tomato Varieties UK: 8 Proven Picks for 2026
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.