How to correctly position the greenhouse to the cardinal points

Why is it needed

When it comes to the orientation of garden buildings relative to the cardinal points, many questions arise: how to do this, why think about it at all, etc. The answers are usually quite simple.

This saves you money in the first place. Given the constant increase in electricity prices, it is becoming rational to distribute it throughout the site not a whim, but an everyday necessity. So, for example, optimizing the access of sunlight to the plants in the greenhouse, you do not have to organize additional heating. This is a significant financial saving both for the installation of heating systems and for maintaining them in working order.

The next point worth noting is the natural optimization of the garden space. A greenhouse that is oriented to the cardinal points receives enough light and heat to nourish the plants that grow on its territory. However, at the same time, it accumulates and gives off a certain amount of heat to the surrounding space, helping other crops to grow. In addition, you will be able to more efficiently use the entire site without leaving “blind” spots.

It is better to install the greenhouse once and correctly than to complain later that they overlooked and could have put it a little differently, but with greater benefit.

Video "How to place a greenhouse on the cardinal points"

The video tells about the correct placement of the greenhouse on your site.

Orientation to the cardinal points

There are two ways to install the greenhouse on the cardinal points: from north to south, from east to west. The most reasonable orientation is from east to west, since this way the plants will receive uniform illumination and heating throughout the day. It should be understood that the location is important for greenhouses whose length exceeds the width, for example, 3x6 m, 3x8 m, etc. For square greenhouses, this rule is of little value and should be positioned so that it is convenient to work in it.

For farm greenhouses, the location from east to west will be correct, since this way the soil in them warms up faster, the air temperature inside remains uniform throughout the day.

However, for southern climatic zones, such an arrangement is not suitable due to the higher air temperature. Therefore, it is better to put the greenhouse building from north to south.

Location relative to trees and buildings

However, it is not enough just to put the building in relation to the cardinal points, it is important to do it correctly so as not to level the invested effort. The greenhouse complex should not be installed in the shade of houses or tall trees. In spring and autumn, this will create unnecessary shade, so the plants will not receive the necessary light for active growth. Moreover, from the middle of summer, fallen leaves will accumulate on the roof of the building, so you will have to clean it regularly.

Also, you should not allocate any distant corner on the site for greenhouses, as this complicates access to them.Nowadays, the frame and covering of garden buildings have a pleasing design, so feel free to build them in such a way as to open up access to fresh vegetables and fruits. It is also beneficial from the point of view that you do not have to go far with water, fertilizers, fruit baskets.

Near houses, it is better to build it on the south side, a deviation to the east or west is permissible in order to ensure an adequate supply of sunlight. At the same time, you get guaranteed protection from strong winds on one side and heat transfer from the house.

It is preferable to install greenhouses on a flat open area. Thus, you use natural resources more efficiently, which will have a positive effect on the growth of horticultural and horticultural crops.

Greenhouse Installation Video

For tips on placing your greenhouse, see this video.