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Garden greenhouses

A lasting growing space for border crops, staging and a full growing year.

Who is this type for?

A permanent garden greenhouse gives you more scope for trained crops, staging and year-round gardening. Choose a stable level base and a frame and glazing system suitable for the location. An unheated permanent greenhouse can still freeze.

Five things to check

  1. Measure the usable interior, shelving and door opening.
  2. Read the anchoring instructions and assess wind exposure.
  3. Check ventilation: you need to release heat on sunny days.
  4. Confirm replacement parts, glazing or covers are available.
  5. Include base work, delivery and assembly in the budget.

Choose around your plants

Seed trays benefit from staging; tall tomatoes need headroom and strong supports. Leave access for watering and for opening windows. Plan the space using the mature plants’ dimensions rather than the size of their nursery pots.

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GARDEN GREENHOUSE

Palram Canopia Harmony 6 × 4

A permanent-style aluminium greenhouse with clear polycarbonate glazing.

Before you buy: Check the exact variant, base preparation, anchoring and included vents. The quoted footprint is not the planting area.

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GARDEN GREENHOUSE

Palram Canopia Hybrid 6 × 8

A larger garden greenhouse for a mix of border crops and staging.

Before you buy: Allow for a central path and full-grown crops. Confirm glazing, assembly requirements and delivery access with the seller.

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Compare the other options in our greenhouse buying guide, then plan your first season with the growing calendar.

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