I researched the best greenhouse for home gardening and wanted to find the perfect setup that is durable, easy to manage and suited for growing vegetables and plants year round. After reading expert reviews from trusted sources like gardeners, the spruce and backyard boss, two models consistently stand out as top rated recommendations:
The Eagle peak greenhouse features a pop up design for quick setup, a sturdy PE cover and zippered doors and windows for ventilation. It is lightweight and great for indoor or outdoor use making it ideal for small backyard gardeners or seasonal growing.
The Howe greenhouse has a larger, heavy duty option including a built in watering system, upgraded galvanized steel frame and swing doors. With 12 roll up windows and solid construction, it looks perfect for more serious growers or anyone with more garden space.
However,I am having trouble deciding which one is best to meet my needs… I want something reliable that can withstand seasonal changes and offer good airflow. I mostly grow vegetables, herbs and a few flowers. I also like something that is not too hard to set up or maintain.
Have you used either of these greenhouses? Any thoughts or suggestions based on your experience would be appreciated.
If I were going to build a greenhouse, I sure wouldn’t get a 8x6, your already at the other end by the time you get all the way in lol. I have three plants in a 5x5 tent, and I can hardly even get water in the humidifier without shoving another plant around with my butt…and I ain’t a fat ass either.
The larger one has a 30 mph wind rating, for me where I live it wouldn’t last 3 months. I also don’t think that green mesh cover allows enough light in. Now after having said that, I haven’t ever used a greenhouse or that one in particular. If you want longevity you need to get a hard panel greenhouse.
One more thing to think about when picking a greenhouse - weather, how much sun you get and what plants you are growing. Make sure it has good airflow and strong panels that let in light. If sunlight isn’t always enough, choose a design where LED grow lights can be easily added. It should have enough space and height for lights to hang properly.
I wanted a greenhouse that wasnt massive. But semi permanent. I want to build a much Bigger one but we get seriously high winds up here and any new structures have to be 140mph hurricane force rated for permanent structures. So i got sick of looking at those cheap ass ones online there pretty trashy, flimsy and blow away tip over and get shredded easy.
My solution was to build my own. I researched and watched a lot of videos and found these websites.
I built this one for $800 and it has 12mil thick woven cover film. Ive had this hoophouse now for 3 yrs. But heres a link to the greenhouse film i used.
And heres a link to get a tube bender to make your own greenhouse.
Prey that would last about 1 week or two at my house. last two years after they cut down all the trees in the back of the yards, to put in a storm water drain, it turned my back yard into a wind tunnel. Tore the soffit and facia off my house twice now.
Thanks everyone for the great insights and recommendations.
@sssportsmfg and @weltzumerr – I hear you on the size issue. The 8x6 did seem a bit tight and after thinking about maneuverability and workspace, I agree it might not be practical long term. Also appreciate the heads-up on the wind rating. I had not fully considered just how critical that could be depending on location.
@PreyBird1 – your setup looks incredible. Thanks a ton for sharing the photos and links. That kind of DIY setup with 12mil woven film and a proper frame is something I had not really explored but it is clearly more rugged than most prefab options. I am impressed it is lasted 3 years in heavy wind areas.
@californialw – good reminder on grow lights and planning for the plants future growth. I am definitely leaning toward something tall enough for shelving and lights especially since I want to grow year round.
It is clear now that I need to rethink things a bit. Instead of going for a quick off the shelf solution, I may look into DIY kits or modular setups that can be reinforced over time. Wind is not extreme in my area but we do get occasional strong gusts and unpredictable weather.
Really appreciate all your advice ,this helped more than you know.
If anyone else has experience with mid-sized greenhouses around 10x12 or so that balance affordability, ease of setup and durability, feel free to drop a suggestion.
