Best Green Houses

Winter season can often be gloomy and depressing, especially if you look out of your window,

only to find defoliated plants and cold, dead flowerbeds. Not so long ago, these lifeless

flowerbeds would have been covered with all sorts of wonderful and attractive flowers. However,

by employing the concept of a window greenhouse, one can transform the dull outlook of your

window into one displaying all sorts of colorful plants.

A window greenhouse can also find its utility with plant lovers with limited space. A window

greenhouse, also called a garden window, has a very small construction. Using this little garden

you can enjoy see flowers blossom all round the year.

Before purchasing your garden window, factors such as cost, materials and the size of your

window must be considered.

In the market, complete bay window kits are available that are both energy efficient and easy to

install. Furthermore, these window greenhouses serve another purpose that is to increase the

depth or "open up" your room.

Types of greenhouse windows

Generally two types of window greenhouses are readily available for you to choose from. These

are bow greenhouse windows and bay greenhouse windows.

A bow type window greenhouse comprises of several glass segments give it a rounded look. On

the other hand, bay greenhouse windows usually has three segments, whereby sides are

angled at 30 or 45 degrees.

Of the various options available to you, the most economical option would be to utilize a

complete kit of a bow-type greenhouse rather than building a new greenhouse yourself. In this

case, all you need to do is to remove the existing window in your room, enlarge the opening

according to the size mentioned in the manual and then simply install the greenhouse in place.

It would be wise to purchase a kit that matches the size of your existing window, so that

additional labor involved with enlargement of the opening can be minimized. Furthermore, the

size must also suit the plants that would populate your greenhouse. For starters, a smaller

window greenhouse unit would be a better option. However for more open space you should go

for a unit that offers greater depth.

Bow greenhouse windows made from vinyl or aluminum coated wood are quite attractive. The

interior is made from natural wood or imitation wood. Usually stained or painted vinyl gives a

real look and has the advantage of being maintenance-free.

While making a decision to purchase greenhouse you should select an insulated bow type

greenhouse window. The glass paneling should be made from glass that has insulating spacer.

Placement

In order to select the best location, survey your home for the location having "ready-made"

qualities that support your window greenhouse. These qualities include warmth, adequate

sunlight and water access. Moreover, the location must be such that you have easy access to it,

without causing hindrance to other activities in your home.

It is a good idea to buy flower pots and arrange them inside your greenhouse. In this way, you

enjoy summer flowers during fall by planting them these pots. Herbs could be a useful addition

to your greenhouse window as they are attractive, useful and fragrant.

By having a greenhouse window, you can now have the pleasure of gardening all year long, no

matter what kind of weather prevails outside.