The best polycarbonate greenhouses in 2022

Polycarbonate bodies are easy to install and operate, they protect well from spring and autumn frosts, and most importantly, they are affordable.

Rating of the top 10 best polycarbonate greenhouses according to KP

1. Greenhouse Very Strong Fairy Tale (polycarbonate Basic)

The perfect greenhouse for snowy regions! It has a very strong frame made of profiled galvanized pipe and thick polycarbonate, which allows it to withstand an enormous snow load – 10 times more than most standard greenhouses. It has straight walls, which allows rational use of the area. And immediately 5 options in length – you can choose the optimal greenhouse for any site.

The design of the greenhouse provides 2 doors and 2 vents. Assembly kit included.

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2. Greenhouse greenhouse Honeycomb Bogatyr 3x4x2,32m, galvanized metal, polycarbonate

This greenhouse has an unusual shape – it is not made in the form of an arch, like many others, but in the form of a drop. It looks very elegant, but the main thing is that this shape does not allow snow to accumulate on the roof, which is a problem for many greenhouses.

The frame of the greenhouse is made of galvanized square pipe – it is light, but at the same time durable and does not rust. Frame parts are tightened with galvanized clamps – such fastening is stronger and tougher than welding.

The doors are located on 2 sides, and they are wide – they allow you to easily get inside even with buckets. Air vents are located on 2 ends, which allows you to quickly ventilate the greenhouse.

The kit comes with all the necessary accessories, fasteners and detailed instructions – you can assemble the greenhouse yourself.

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3. Greenhouse Palram – Canopia Victory Orangery

This greenhouse has a very stylish design – it will not only help to grow a rich crop of heat-loving crops, but will also become a decoration of the site. Moreover, the greenhouse is very durable – its frame is made of a powder-coated aluminum frame, which means that the design is reliably protected from rust. And the design itself is very rigid.

In general, in the design of this greenhouse everything is provided for convenient work:

• height – 260 cm, which will allow you to walk around the greenhouse to its full height and make it possible to use the space with greater benefit;
• wide double-leaf swing doors 1,15×2 m with a low threshold – you can even roll a wheelbarrow into the greenhouse;
• 2 vents for easy ventilation
• built-in drainage system.

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4. Greenhouse Gardener Country (polycarbonate 4 mm Standard)

A greenhouse with straight walls and a gable roof is elegant and stylish at the same time. The frame is made of reinforced galvanized profile pipe – it is durable and does not rust. The design of the greenhouse implies 4 options in length – 4 m, 6, m, 8 m and 10 m. The thickness of polycarbonate is also offered to choose from – 3 mm and 4 mm.

The greenhouse is equipped with 2 doors and 2 vents.

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5. Greenhouse Will Delta Standard

A very stylish greenhouse that will fit perfectly into any garden design. Visually, it is very light, but at the same time quite durable – the roof can withstand a very large amount of snow. The frame is galvanized so it won’t rust.

The greenhouse has 2 doors and, which is a definite plus, a movable roof. The greenhouse kit includes an assembly kit, fasteners, a sealing profile and detailed instructions with illustrations.

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6. Greenhouse Agrosity Plus (polycarbonate 3 mm)

Standard high-quality greenhouse of a classical arched form. The design provides several options for length. Polycarbonate is thin, but due to the frequent arrangement of arcs, the strength of the greenhouse is quite high – the roof can withstand a solid snow load.

The greenhouse is equipped with 2 doors and 2 vents.

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7. Greenhouse Agrosfera-Plus 4m, 20×20 mm (step 0,67m)

The framework of this greenhouse is made of a profile square pipe with a section of 20 mm. It is galvanized so it won’t rust. The transverse arcs are located 67 cm apart, which gives the frame additional strength (for other greenhouses, the standard step is 1 m) and allows you to withstand snow on the roof with a layer of 30 cm.

The greenhouse is equipped with 2 doors and 2 vents, which allows you to quickly ventilate it if necessary. The kit includes all necessary bolts and screws.

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8. Greenhouse South Africa Maria Deluxe (polycarbonate Sotalux)

Classical arched greenhouse of standard width and height. The frame is made of metal galvanized profile pipe, which means that it will not rust. Available in several lengths – 4 m, 6 m and 8 m, which means you can choose the right option for yourself. The design includes 2 doors and 2 vents.

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9. Greenhouse Novator-5

A very nice greenhouse, in the design of which everything is thought out – a minimum of a frame (the distance between the arcs is 2 m), the frame is painted in the color of moss. Very airy! The roof is removable, which is a plus – you can remove it for the winter and not worry about snow, which can damage the structure. In addition, in winter, snow attacks the greenhouse – it nourishes the soil with moisture.

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10. Greenhouse Enisey Super

Large greenhouse 6 m long, which will need a lot of space. Good for those who grow a lot of tomatoes and cucumbers. However, it needs refinement – only the frame is on sale, polycarbonate needs to be bought in addition to it. The framework is made of a galvanized pipe so, it is not subject to corrosion.

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How to choose a polycarbonate greenhouse

A greenhouse is not a cheap pleasure, it should last for many years, so the choice must be approached very carefully. There are several important points to pay attention to.

Frame. This is the basis of the greenhouse, so it must be durable and reliable. After all, several types of load act on it at once:

• wind;
• mass of tied plants;
• mass of snow in winter.

The strength of the frame depends on 2 parameters:

• pipe sections and wall thicknesses – the larger they are, the stronger the frame;
• step between the arcs – the closer they are to each other, the stronger the greenhouse.

The standard sections of pipes that I use to make the frame of the greenhouse are 40×20 mm and 20×20 mm. The first option is 2 times stronger, and costs only 10 – 20% more.

The standard arc pitch is 0,67 m, 1,00 m (this is for country greenhouses) and 2,00 m (for industrial greenhouses). In the latter case, the frame is usually more powerful. And of the first 2 options, greenhouses are stronger in steps of 0,67 m. But they are more expensive.

No less important is the coating of the frame – pipes can be galvanized or painted. Galvanized are more durable. The paint peels off sooner or later and the frame begins to rust.

Polycarbonate. The standard thickness of polycarbonate for greenhouses is 4 mm. But sometimes 3 mm is cheaper, but less reliable. It’s better not to save here. Thicker polycarbonate is even better.

Form. Most often there are 3 types of greenhouses:

• arched – the most practical form, it has an optimal ratio of strength and price;
• drop-shaped – snow does not linger on it;
• house (with flat walls) – an option for adherents of the classics.

Reviews of gardeners about polycarbonate greenhouses

Polycarbonate greenhouses are very popular, but at the same time, reviews about them are often contradictory. Here is a typical review, which has absorbed the essence of disputes in the country forums.

“Without a doubt, the best option is a glass greenhouse. Glass transmits light better and in terms of aesthetics, such greenhouses are at the highest level. But the labor costs for construction and repair, of course, are very high. Polycarbonate is the best option in terms of price / quality ratio. It’s quite suitable for growing cucumbers and tomatoes, but you can’t put such a greenhouse in the main place. ”

Popular questions and answers

We talked about the choice of greenhouses with agronomist-breeder Svetlana Mikhailova.