🌱 Greenhouse Cost Calculator

Estimate the total cost to set up a backyard greenhouse. Covers the structure, shelving, heating, irrigation, and growing supplies.

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Type

Heating?

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Cost Breakdown

Recommended Tools & Supplies

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Greenhouse Kit

The structure itself — frame + panels

Greenhouse Shelving

Maximize vertical growing space

Grow Bags

For container growing — better drainage than pots

Seed Starting Trays

Start seeds early in the season

Heat Mat

Speed up germination with bottom heat

Min/Max Thermometer

Track temperature and humidity

Circulation Fan

Prevent mold and strengthen stems

Drip Irrigation Kit

Automated watering — saves time and water

Shade Cloth

Prevent overheating in summer

Greenhouse Heater

Keep above freezing in winter

Pro Tips

✓ Orient the long side east-west for maximum winter sun exposure
✓ A hoop house is 60-70% cheaper than a kit but less durable
✓ Add a thermometer on day 1 — greenhouses overheat fast without ventilation
✓ Drip irrigation pays for itself in the first season
✓ Budget $20-40/month for heating in cold-climate winters

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