Can get high winds a couple times a year from nor’easters or hurricanes if we get them. Summer can be very humid. NW wall would be a solid wall and some trees would prevent early morning sun, say before 8.
Was wondering on the roofing?
Should I have a clear roof and some kind of shade for it when we get our weeks in the upper 90’s or 100 + days?
If not a poly carb roof or other recommended clear roofing, it would be a metal roof. We have a small yard, The house would block sun to the walls most of the morning. The roof would see full sun after 8-9. Planning on having a fan to pull hot air out if needed and can temp/humidity control it. Not looking to grow anything particular. Just having fun with it to start out.
Looking at doing our first greenhouse – Zone 8a Virginia near coast
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Carrie
I like Polycarbonate because of its strength & ability to withstand -40 to 140 temperatures. I get super strong winds here in zone 6b, Shawnee, KS & I have two Palram greenhouses that have withstood 70mph winds & quarter size hail. Don’t know if Palram offers a 3 sided greenhouse but I’d look into one.
You will also need to put a shade cover over it in the hot months but then take it down & you’ll get great sun in the winter.
You will also need to put a shade cover over it in the hot months but then take it down & you’ll get great sun in the winter.
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Tina
Where you live, you'll definitely need temperature controlled automatic fans and shade cloth for your roof, if you plan to use the GH during the warmer months (say, April - October). If your space is limited, you might try a variety of things to see what grows best in your situation.