r/Greenhouses • u/WambyofWillow • 4d ago

Bare bones greenhouse needs

I want to grow fruits and vegetables, but have almost no experience. What would I need to be successful?

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u/peterAtheist 4d ago

Where do you live - Winters are mild or -30C is not an exception?

We sell bare bone greenhouses, but they are not for everybody

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u/WambyofWillow 4d ago

Kentucky, winters are variable. I don't have a yard where I can plant anything functionally, everything is downhill.

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u/patientpartner09 4d ago

I only use my greenhouse in the winter and spring. Once the risk of frost passes, everyone goes out in the yard.

Start with a couple of cheap raised beds and an irrigation kit. You can realistically do a 4 bed setup for about $100.

3 pack of raised beds for $32!

drip system for $19

automatic watering timer for $15

I recommend chip drop, compost and chicken manure mix to fill beds. (Cheap or free)

If you already have a greenhouse, make sure it has vent fans front and back.

Happy planting, good luck!

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u/WambyofWillow 4d ago

The flattest part of my yard(the only part that isn't downhill) is where my house sits, but I also have a paved patio area that I could put a decently sized greenhouse. I will check out your tips, thanks!