Build a Cheap Greenhouse

You most likely think owning a greenhouse would be expensive but though it can be it does not have to be. A greenhouse doesn't have to be an expensive or ornate structure and the average plant enthusiast or hobbyist gardener can get by with an easy-to-build, inexpensive greenhouse. The key is to use low cost yet high quality materials and build with maximum efficiency in mind. If you want to build a cheap greenhouse, the first thing you need to do is decide how large you need it to be. There are greenhouses ranging in size from the very tiny little indoor greenhouse to extremely large commercial greenhouses and everything in between.

A mini greenhouse may be all you need and it is the cheapest way to go. You can simply cover your well-moistened seedlings with a clear plastic bag and place in a well-lit, warm location. This will serve as a makeshift greenhouse and your seedlings will be off to a better start. A variation on this theme are the small plastic greenhouses that often come with seed kits. Another way to build a cheap indoor greenhouse is by using a portable greenhouse kit. You'll find various sizes and models available with one of the most popular being the tiered portable greenhouse which makes use of valuable vertical space, features lightweight plastic and can be easily moved from place to place.

If you are looking for a larger walk-in outdoor greenhouse, the hoophouse design is probably your cheapest bet and offers remarkable value for money. This design uses arched PVC pipes placed approximately 36 inches apart and secured with stakes and covered with clear plastic. The plastic can be fastened to the PVC frame with large office clips, screws and lumber, or both. The plastic sheeting can be cut to make curtains for the door that can be kept closed or held open with more large clips. There are plenty of plans for the hoophouse design on the Internet. You can also find this simple yet effective hothouse design in various greenhouse books.

It is important to get the right plans when you decide to build a cheap greenhouse and there are a variety of free and paid downloadable plans on the Internet that can be of great help to you. Some of them even feature color photos of each building step. Building A Greenhouse Plans is a comprehensive guide with lots of detail and advice for home build greenhouses. This ebook will tell you everything you need to know about building one of these structures from start to finish. There are plans for different greenhouses which range from very basic to complicated. Another option is to search for Greenhouse Building Books online.

Tom Gardner





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