Lean-To Greenhouses
Are you an enthusiastic gardener with a property that has a high wall? Then a Victorian lean-to greenhouse or orangery might be the perfect addition to your garden. Here’s why you should consider it:
How it works
Understanding how a lean-to greenhouse functions can help you maximise your gardening efforts.
Here’s a brief rundown:
The high wall collects and stores the sun’s heat during the day.
At night, the stored heat is emitted, maintaining the temperature of the greenhouse.
What to Expect
When you invest in a Victorian lean-to greenhouse or orangery, you can expect several thoughtful design features that enhance its functionality:
Full-length ventilation to the ridge.
Side ventilators to maximize air circulation.
Your Wall Determines the Size
The height of your supporting wall largely dictates the size of your lean-to greenhouse.
Here’s what you need to know:
The height of your wall governs the size of the lean-to greenhouse.
Example: For a width of 2.4m (8 feet), the wall needs to be at least 3.2m (10 feet 6 inches) high.
If the wall isn’t high enough, a ¾ span (also known as an offset ridge) is an attractive alternative.
Key Benefits of a Lean-to Greenhouse
There are numerous advantages to having a lean-to greenhouse, especially if you live in a region with varying climates.
Here are some key benefits:
The high wall acts as a heat sink, minimising heat loss in colder months and reducing heating requirements.
Ideal for growing crops/plants best suited for warmer climates, such as bougainvillaea, peaches, apricots, and kiwi.
Full-length roof ventilation and side ventilation optimise air circulation.
View our other modern and Victorian greenhouses.
Griffin’s Glasshouses offer these gardener-friendly features:
- The beauty of wood without the maintenance headaches.
- Maximum ventilation so your plants don’t dry out or suffer the effects of humidity.
- Large covered water storage tanks for storing clean, soft rainwater inside your greenhouse. This means you can water your plants without shocking the roots at the height of summer.
- Flexible shelving and benching to accommodate changes to your growing schemes.
- Cold frames with lids that don’t lift off in high winds.
- Well-sized doors allowing easy access with a wheelbarrow.
