Whether you are an experienced veg grower or just starting out in the world of kitchen gardening, you might be considering investing in a greenhouse this year. If, like me, you live in a cool northern region, there is no doubt that greenhouses are a worthwhile investment.
There is a whole range of options and different price points available, with many cost-effective and simple designs proving just as useful as those models with jaw-dropping price tags. The good news? This greenhouse is currently 45% off at Wayfair. It’s still an investment purchase, but with such a big discount and a sleek design, it caught my eye.
If you are considering greenhouse ideas for your plot this year, whether you’re looking to enjoy salad crops or want to try growing eggplants and chillies for the first time, having a simple structure like this might make all the difference.
July Song Heavy Duty Greenhouse
This large, walk-in greenhouse is the perfect addition to your yard if you’re looking to enhance the growth of your plants, flowers or veggies. Crafted from a premium aluminum frame with a heavy-duty galvanized base, it can protect your crops against heavy snow, wind and rain; with the crystal clear side panels allowing over 90% light transmission for growth.
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Many of us gardeners can struggle with fluctuating weather during spring and summer. And, anyone who has grown tomatoes or eggplants will tell you, cold snaps and strong winds can really impact veg harvests.
In cooler regions and US hardiness zones, then, having a greenhouse is the best way to guarantee fruit and veg all summer long.
When investing in something like this greenhouse from July’s Song, you obviously want to be sure what you are buying is tried and tested, and will stand the test of time. Greenhouses should last for many years, so investing in something with good reviews is pretty important.
As you might also do, I always look at the reviews on Wayfair before I order anything, and this model from July’s Song is highly rated. Indeed, one shopper described it as a ‘great greenhouse for a beginner in gardening.’
Another reviewer stated that it is a ‘nice size for a small yard,’ and, measuring six by eight feet, it does feel like the perfect stepping stone when using a greenhouse for the first time, without a sizeable price tag.
Negative reviews? There were a few that mentioned how challenging it was to assemble, commenting that it needed an extra pair of hands to help with the installation, as it can be hard to put together on your own.
One reviewer also comments on the quality, stating that in fact it is ‘not heavy duty’, as described. As the panels are made of polycarbonate, and they will certainly need anchoring and bolting down. However, if secured correctly to a firm base, it should do the job, especially in a sheltered corner of the yard.
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This heavy-duty greenhouse from July’s Song is the ideal solution for keeping your plants happy and healthy through spring and summer. Measuring six feet by eight feet, the aluminum frame is built to withstand heavy winds and snow in winter.
This compact greenhouse from Polar Aurora measures 77 x 67 x 44 inches and is perfect for gardeners with smaller plots. This easy-to-assemble model is made of high-grade polycarbonate panels and an aluminum frame, designed to withstand harsh weather.
Gazebeter Small Greenhouse
This 4-story pop-up greenhouse from Gazebeter measures 40 x 18 x 63 inches and features a smart, rounded design. With a zipper roll, the doors can easily be opened in warm weather to provide good ventilation for your patio crops.
If you are concerned about space, Wayfair also has plenty of cold frame options for smaller plots. This cold frame from MCombo, available on Wayfair, has a footprint of 45 x 25 inches, so it would be perfect for urban terrace gardens or patio plots.
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