Greenhouse construction

I grow in soil beds in the GH too. Agree re reducing the need to water. I probably water every 3-4 days at most, it’s usually when I notice them looking a bit droopy. I’ve got a 2litre milk carton sunk into the soil by each tomato plant, top downwards (no lid on), a few stabbed holes in the sides and the bottoms cut off. When I water, I simply go along filling each one up. They drain quickly as it’s not about a slow drip system but it does help the water down into the soil with less run off onto the path. It also means that I give plants roughly the same amount and don’t miss any.

We usually go away for a 3-4 days break rather than weeks so I haven’t had to worry about watering while on holiday. If we were going to be away for longer, I’d probably plan in advance and adapt the milk carton system to make them into a slower release reservoir.

 

If you are at the pre-construct stage, then I would advise checking headroom depending upon your own height. Its better to build a wall than forever stooping or, God forbid, place your head through the glass !!

 

Thanks. I've looked at the height issue and it's ok for me, and that's the important bit!!
Regards putting my head through the glass, I've got toughened glass, having a nod to the grandchildren!