What should I not put in a greenhouse?

Avoid storing flammable materials or chemicals in your greenhouse. Keep the environment safe for your plants and yourself.

What are the advantages of an aluminum frame?

<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Greenhouses/Aluminum/N-5yc1vZcc4vZ1z1ai9v?emt=plpfaq_2406_greenhouses" style="text-decoration: underline;">Aluminum</a> is super lightweight, making it easier to move or assemble. It's also corrosion-resistant, so you don't have to worry about rust.

What are tie downs used for?

<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Greenhouses/Tie-downs-included/N-5yc1vZcc4vZ1z0nyjm?emt=plpfaq_2406_greenhouses" style="text-decoration: underline;">Tie downs</a> secure your greenhouse to the ground, preventing it from blowing away in strong winds.

Should I look for a certain type of greenhouse stakes?

Choose sturdy <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Greenhouses/Stakes-included/N-5yc1vZcc4vZ1z0nyjo?emt=plpfaq_2406_greenhouses" style="text-decoration: underline;">stakes</a> made from metal or treated wood that can withstand the weight of your greenhouse.

Do greenhouses stay hot in the winter?

A greenhouse traps heat from the sun, keeping your plants warm even when the temperature drops outside. But don't expect it to be a sauna. You'll still need to use heating systems (like space heaters) to keep things warm enough for your plants, especially during frigid winters.