What is best to grow in a greenhouse?

Have you ever noticed that vegetables and herbs from your own garden have a magical, rich flavor, completely different from those purchased in stores or markets? That's why, despite the abundance of produce on the shelves, many people continue to plant their favorite vegetables in their gardens. Moreover, growing crops is possible not only in open spaces but also in greenhouses, meaning you can enjoy your "delicacies" year-round.

Generally, there are three types of greenhouses: film, glass, and polycarbonate. While film greenhouses are designed only for the warmer months, roughly from March to October, a polycarbonate or glass greenhouse is ideal for year-round use, as it offers everything necessary for this purpose—high thermal insulation, ventilation, and good light transmission. Furthermore, thanks to all the advantages of glass and polycarbonate greenhouses, crops ripen several weeks earlier than in garden beds or film greenhouses. Therefore, if you're just now deciding to become a gardener, consider which greenhouse is most necessary for you and what crops you plan to plant in it to avoid overpaying and taking on unnecessary work.

So, if you have bought a new greenhouse or have tidied up your existing one, after winter, you can begin planting early-ripening vegetables and greens, such as spinach, lettuce, arugula, Chinese cabbage, dill, early carrots, radishes, watercress, leeks, mustard greens, sorrel, and rhubarb, and enjoy the first harvest as early as early May.

Along with early-ripening crops, it's a good idea to plant slow-ripening ones, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplants, and bell peppers. It's important to consider crop compatibility to ensure the plants don't kill each other and instead produce a rich and tasty harvest. For example, you can plant cucumbers next to mustard greens, eggplants, or peppers, or tomatoes next to green beans or beets. Therefore, to maximize the potential of each section of the greenhouse, it's important to familiarize yourself with the preferences and characteristics of each plant before planting.

Many vegetables and greens can be grown in winter, provided they receive adequate warmth and light. In general, you can plant a variety of herbs, such as rosemary, dill, mint, and basil; greens; cherry tomatoes, which are the easiest fruit crops to grow; onions; and much more, provided you maintain the necessary conditions and provide regular care.

Besides all of the above, greenhouses offer the opportunity to grow flowers, fruit, mushrooms, watermelons—basically, anything your heart desires. The key is knowing how to plant and care for them properly. Moreover, with so much information available today, if you approach this matter responsibly, you'll certainly be proud of your harvest and treat everyone to your delicious and nutritious harvest.