Greenhouse gardening can be overwhelming for beginners, but starting with easy-to-grow plants can make it more manageable. Here are some plants that are recommended for beginners:
- Radishes
- Peas
- Strawberries
- Garlic
- Leafy greens like lettuce
- Tomatoes
- Onions
- Potatoes
- Sunflowers
- Mushrooms
However, there are many other plants that can be grown in a greenhouse, such as:
- Tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants
- Cucumbers, squash, and zucchini
- Citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and avocados
- Herbs like basil, thyme, and rosemary
- Flowers like petunias, marigolds, and impatiens
Before choosing what to grow, its important to research the conditions, temperatures, and moisture that each plant requires to thrive. Proper planning plays a crucial role in greenhouse gardening, so its important to check the space, soil, temperature, and water sources.
Its also recommended to plant successively or stagger crops so that one is ready to start when another is just about finished. This maximizes the harvest and makes the most of the limited square footage in a greenhouse.
Finally, its important to take care of the plants and maintain a healthy environment in the greenhouse. This includes washing hands when touching diseased plants, providing adequate ventilation, and monitoring temperature and humidity levels.
