Winter gardening requires a reliable greenhouse designed to handle cold temperatures, snow, and wind while providing optimal insulation for your plants. Mulberry Greenhouses offers a premium selection of models tailored to withstand harsh winter conditions, ensuring your garden thrives all year round.
Here are the top five greenhouse picks, including detailed insights to help you make an informed choice.
1. Livingten Greenhouse – Exceptional Insulation and Winter Durability
The Livingten greenhouse stands out for its superior insulation and durable construction, making it the ultimate choice for winter gardening. Designed with 22mm double-paned glass panels and a thermally insulated aluminum frame, it maintains a moderate interior temperature even in freezing conditions. This design minimizes heat loss, ensuring plants remain safe from frost.
Why It’s Great for Winter
- Outstanding Insulation:The double-paned glass provides excellent thermal efficiency.
- Weather Resistance:The robust frame resists severe weather like wind, hail, and heavy snow.
- Customizable Design:Doors and windows can be positioned anywhere on the frame, offering flexibility.
- Included Accessories:Retractable aluminum-weave shades and interior grow lights come standard, providing convenience and comfort.
Specifications
- Area:Ranges from 163 sq. ft. to 226 sq. ft.
- Doors:Two sets of double sliding doors with locks.
- Windows:Includes greenhouse roof vents with solar-powered automatic openers for efficient temperature regulation.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned gardener, the Livingten greenhouse delivers exceptional performance and value for winter use.
2. MONT Greenhouses – Polycarbonate Sturdiness for Winter-Long Gardening
The MONT Greenhouse by Riverstone Industries is a standout in the greenhouse world, offering durability, efficiency, and innovation. Proudly made in the USA, the MONT is crafted with the finest extruded aluminum, which is US grade—significantly stronger and more reliable than thinner, imported aluminum used in many other greenhouses. This robust construction adds extra strength, helping the greenhouse handle heavy snow loads and withstand harsh winds, making it ideal for winter gardening.
Specifications
- Frame:High-quality extruded US-grade aluminum (electrostatically painted black)
- Glazing:8mm twin-wall polycarbonate panels for insulation and durability
- Peak Height:7 ft. 6 in.
- Door Size:Double hinged doors, 6 ft. high x 4 ½ ft. wide
- Rainwater Gutter System:Integrated for efficient water collection
- Roof Vents:Automatic roof vent openers for temperature regulation
- Warranty:10-year frame and polycarbonate warranty
What Makes this Greenhouse a Top Pick for the Winter Season
- Excellent Insulation: 8mm twin-wall polycarbonate panels provide superior insulation, reducing heat loss and maintaining a stable temperature inside.
- Consistent Temperature Control: The thicker polycarbonate material helps prevent cold air infiltration, creating a warmer, more consistent environment for plants during winter.
- Energy Efficiency: The design minimizes heat loss, making it easier to maintain optimal growing conditions and reduce energy costs.
Snow and Wind Load Qualities
- Durable Frame: The US-grade aluminum frame is stronger than imported alternatives, providing enhanced stability and durability against harsh weather.
- Snow Load Resistance: The robust frame and 8mm polycarbonate panels support the weight of heavy snow, preventing structural damage.
- Wind Resistance: The MONT’s solid construction ensures it can withstand high winds without compromising its integrity, making it ideal for areas with severe winter weather.
3. Riga XL Greenhouses – Premium Quality and Reliability in One Product
The Riga XL Greenhouse is the perfect choice for serious gardeners who need a high-performance structure capable of withstanding winter conditions while offering the optimal growing environment year-round. Designed and engineered in Germany with over 28 years of experience, the Riga XL stands out for its exceptional quality and innovative features. It offers ample space, and durability, and is packed with premium accessories to enhance your gardening experience. Whether you're growing delicate plants in winter or preparing seedlings, the Riga XL ensures you can achieve great results.
Specifications
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Dimensions:
- Width: 14'
- Length: 29' 6"
- Height: 9' 10" (Peak)
- Area: 413 sq. ft.
- Frame: High-quality anodized aluminum
- Glazing: 8mm twin-wall polycarbonate panels
- Doors: 2 sets of double sliding doors
- Windows: 8 large roof windows (37.5" x 39.5")
- Window Openers: 8 automatic roof vent openers (solar-powered)
Why It Is Good for Winter
- Excellent Insulation: The 8mm twin-wall polycarbonate panels effectively insulate the greenhouse, preventing heat loss and maintaining a stable internal temperature even during freezing temperatures.
- Winter-Ready Accessories: The 17,500 BTU electric heater ensures that your plants stay warm during the winter months, allowing for year-round gardening.
- Enhanced Ventilation and Airflow: The shuttered greenhouse exhaust fan and power shutter intake vent provide adequate ventilation, reducing the risk of excess moisture buildup and ensuring optimal air circulation in cold weather.
Snow and Wind Load Qualities
- Snow Load Resistance: The heavy-duty anodized aluminum frame and robust polycarbonate panels are designed to withstand heavy snow loads, ensuring that the greenhouse can handle the weight of accumulating snow without damage.
- Wind Resistance: With its solid aluminum frame and sturdy construction, the Riga XL is engineered to resist high winds, providing a stable environment for your plants even in stormy conditions.
- Durability: Backed by a 15-year warranty on the frame and a 10-year warranty on the panels, the Riga XL is built to withstand harsh weather and provide long-lasting performance.
4. Exaco Royal Victorian Glass Greenhouse – Where Style Meets Efficiency
The Exaco Royal Victorian Glass Greenhouse is a classic English-style greenhouse that combines elegance with durability. Known for its stately presence, it adds a touch of sophistication to any backyard or garden. As the full-sized rectangular model in the Janssens Victorian line, it stands about 1 ½ feet taller than its "Junior" counterpart, offering more space and volume for growing plants.
Specifications
- Dimensions: Available in four standard sizes, with the full-sized rectangular model offering increased height (about 1 ½ feet taller than the ‘Junior’ Victorian)
- Glazing: 4mm tempered glass panes
- Frame: 17-gauge tubular aluminum extrusions
- Colors: Black and Fir Green
- Foundation: High foundation frame included
- Hardware: Stainless steel for corrosion and rust resistance
- Roof Windows: Automatic openers for ventilation
Why It Is Good for Winter
- Strong and Insulated Glazing: The 4mm tempered glass provides greater insulation than standard 3mm glass, helping retain heat during the colder months. The single-pane glass allows sunlight to filter through, warming the interior, while the thicker glass adds strength and durability against hail and snow.
- Durable Aluminum Frame: The 17-gauge aluminum frame is thicker and stronger than many other options in this price range, offering more stability to withstand wind and snow accumulation in winter.
- Weatherproof Seals: Heavy-duty rubber weather seals keep glazing panels securely in place, minimizing drafts and heat loss, especially important during winter. This helps maintain a more stable growing environment for plants during colder weather.
Snow and Wind Load Qualities
- Snow Load Resistance: The Royal Victorian greenhouse is built to handle moderate snow accumulation thanks to its strong aluminum frame and 4mm tempered glass While not intended for extreme snow loads, it can withstand the typical winter snowfalls without compromising the structure.
- Wind Resistance: The 17-gauge aluminum frame combined with the heavy-duty glass panels provides the greenhouse with the resilience to withstand moderate wind gusts, ensuring it stays secure in blustery conditions. Its design and construction make it a good option for areas with occasional windstorms or high gusts.
- Versatility in Placement: The flexible installation of doors and windows allows for optimal positioning of the greenhouse to reduce wind exposure or manage snow load distribution more efficiently.
5. Cross Country Parkside Greenhouse – Create Custom Space for Your Plants This Season
The Cross Country Parkside Greenhouse is designed for gardeners who want a durable, versatile, and reliable growing environment. With an emphasis on structural strength and weather resistance, the Parkside greenhouse offers long-term performance with minimal maintenance. It features a high-quality aluminum frame and optional customizations, making it easy to tailor the greenhouse to your specific needs. Whether you're a hobbyist or a serious gardener, the Parkside Greenhouse provides a solid foundation for year-round growing, even in challenging weather conditions.
Specifications
- Frame Material: Heavy-duty aluminumfor superior durability
- Glazing Options: Polycarbonate panels, UV protected to prevent yellowing over time
- Dimensions: Available in various sizes (customizable)
- Doors: Optional heavy-duty doors, with commercial door upgrades available for better thermal efficiency
- Weather Resistance: Features weather stripping and silicone seals for maximum insulation
- Customization: Ability to change sidewall height, door placement, and extend the greenhouse
- Warranty: Lifetime warranty on the frame, with additional protection for weather-related damage
- Additional Features: Optional shelving, hanging options for heavy items, and the ability to add ventilation systems
Why It Is Good for Winter
- Thermal Insulation: The polycarbonate glazing is UV-protected to prevent yellowing over time and offers better insulation than traditional glass, keeping the greenhouse warmer during winter.
- Strong Frame: The aluminum frame resists expansion and contraction, unlike wood, ensuring gaps don’t form that would allow cold air to enter. The frame also supports additional weatherproofing with silicone seals and weather stripping.
- Customizable Ventilation: The optional heavy-duty doors and roof vents can be configured to offer better airflow in warmer months while keeping warmth inside when needed during winter.
Snow and Wind Load Qualities
- Snow Load: The aluminum frame is engineered for durability, capable of supporting moderate to heavy snow loads without compromising its structural integrity. The polycarbonate panels help distribute the weight evenly across the frame, reducing the risk of collapse.
- Wind Load: The Parkside Greenhouse is designed to withstand strong winds, thanks to its heavy-duty aluminum frame and secure frame clips that prevent gaps from forming. The frame can be modified for increased wind resistance if needed, providing additional security for areas prone to high winds.
- Interior Support: The strong frame allows for the addition of heavy baskets, shelving, and light fixtures to customize the interior without compromising the structure. The ability to modify the greenhouse’s interior layout further enhances its winter usability, as growers can optimize space and airflow for year-round gardening.
Winter gardening can be a rewarding experience when you have the right greenhouse to protect your plants. Thinking about winter-proofing your garden? Visit Mulberry Greenhouses to find the ideal greenhouse for your needs, complete with greenhouse accessories to help you make the most of every season. Discover the perfect model today and keep your garden growing all year long!
