Backyard greenhouses
Backyard greenhouses can be used throughout the year for
many different purposes. In early spring you can germinate and grow
vegetable plants that would otherwise not be ready. In the fall it can
be used to store winter vegetable plants.
Backyard greenhouses can be used for plant propagation in the summer.
If you do this, place yours in partial shade to minimize heat buildup.
If you can't find a partially shaded site, you can use a white cloth
or plastic cover to regulate the amount of sunlight that reaches the
plants. Also, make sure you choose a level, well-drained plot for the
greenhouse.
If the greenhouse will be used for starting transplants or growing
plants to maturity, it will need maximum exposure to the sun. It should
also be located where air drainage is good; avoid low areas surrounded
by woods or buildings. Easy access to running water and electricity
is also important.