What are the benefits of owning a greenhouse?

Greenhouses from Yardistry Direct offer gardeners the opportunity to expand the normal growing season. Therefore allowing them to have year-round gardening. As well as a garden oasis to relax in and take time out from busy lives. A warm place to go on a cold dull grey winters day, will be sure to brighten most peoples spirits! Whether you are a new gardener or a seasoned professional, you can relish the enjoyment owning a greenhouse provides. And the ability to grow things you wouldn’t otherwise be able to grow is a plus for sure. Reap the rewards a greenhouse will bring to your garden and to you.

The majority of plants grow better in light, warm areas. This is where a greenhouse is perfect. Tend to your crop regularly and be sure to water daily, and you will have an amazing array of plants, fruit and herbs and flowers – whatever you choose to grow. Many plants and crops can withstand the great outdoors and our UK climate. But they often grow slower and you may see a less than productive yield.  There are many crops that need continuous warmth and protection from the elements.  This is where your greenhouse comes into its own.  For plants, consistency is key. Greenhouses offer a more consistent environment, especially when it comes to our unpredictable British weather.

Are there any benefits to our health when owning a greenhouse?

Growing your own fruit and vegetables means you are more likely to include this produce in your diet, resulting in a potentially increased uptake of these healthy items. Many find gardening offers stress relief and as it provides a calming environment to work in, the peace and quiet can potentially reduce anxiety. Tending over and watching your plants grow can stimulate endorphins and induce a sense of pride. This can raise your spirits and lift your mood, often helping with depression. Being surrounded by colourful blooms can also lift your thoughts. For those patients suffering with mobility issues, gardening can often help with hand mobility by provides gentle joint exercise in the wrists and fingers. Children with ADHD respond well to gardening as it allows them to focus and channel their energies.

Overall, gentle exercise from gardening activities releases dopamine, the feel-good hormone, and this in turn leads to better memory, less anxiety, and feeling happier all round. What fantastic reasons to own a greenhouse!