How to Build a Greenhouse

Here in the Upper Midwest, the gardening season is short, typically May through September. By building a greenhouse, we can harness the sun’s rays to let plants thrive as early as March and extend harvest into late fall. A greenhouse is also a great place to store less hardy plants during harsh winters. Get more project details at: https://www.familyhandyman.com/projec...

Even if you live in a more temperate region, a greenhouse will create a perfect climate for plants, protecting them from temperature swings, storms and pests. We built our greenhouse from cedar, which weathers beautifully, and polycarbonate sheets, which diffuse the sunlight and give even exposure to all the plants.

Mini Retaining Wall - 0:44
Build the Walls - 1:34
Front Wall - 3:08
Ground Anchoring - 3:45
Assemble the Trusses - 4:29
Install the Gables - 5:04
Installing the Door - 6:44
Sheathing the Greenhouse - 9:01
Installing the Siding - 9:43
Installing the Roof - 10:20

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