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.
Growing in a Greenhouse
What to grow in a UK greenhouse and how to grow it well — tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, herbs, propagation, companion planting and year-round yields.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What to Grow in an Unheated Greenhouse: Month by Month UK Guide
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.
Companion Planting in a Greenhouse: What Grows Well Together
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.
Lean-To Greenhouse Guide: Buying, Positioning and What to Grow
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.
Plant Winter Radishes in December and Harvest Them in February
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.
How to Grow Seeds in a Greenhouse
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.
March Gardening Jobs: UK Checklist 2026
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.
5 Plants That Damage Greenhouse Frames
Matt W · 24th Feb 2026
Wisteria, ivy, fig roots, grapevines, and running bamboo can all damage your greenhouse frame. Learn how to spot the risks early and protect your investment.
Potting Shed vs Greenhouse: Which to Buy
Matt W · 13th Jan 2026
The main difference between them is that a greenhouse prioritises maximum light for high yields, while a potting shed offers superior insulation and storage for propagation. If you have limited space, the decision often comes down to this trade-off between summer growing power and year-round practicality.
How to Grow Carrots: The Ultimate UK Guide (Raised Beds & Pots)
Matt W · 17th Dec 2025
There is a distinct "snap" when you bite into a home-grown carrot that you simply don’t get from a supermarket bag. That crunch, followed by an intense, earthy sweetness, is the reward for patience. In our 16+ years helping UK gardeners, we’ve found that while carrots are incredibly popular, they are also frequently misunderstood.
A Greenhouse Grower's Guide to Cucumbers
Matt W · 15th Dec 2025
Growing your own cucumbers is one of the most rewarding experiences for a UK gardener. The difference between a store-bought cucumber—often wrapped in plastic and slightly rubbery—and one picked fresh from your own greenhouse is night and day. Home-grown cucumbers are crisp, intensely flavourful, and can be harvested at the perfect size for your needs, whether that's tiny snacking gherkins or impressive long slicers.