Another Update on the greenhouse setup. Thanks for all the great questions and comments on my last post. This time area I built some raised garden beds (16L'x3'Wx32'H 12"D) and hooked up my smart watering system that I can control with my phone and schedule it. I built the beds out of treated lumber, I know the mixed opinions about the chemicals leeching into the soil but after some research I found it safe enough. For added protection, I covered the bottom and wide walls with tyvek to avoid direct contact with the soil and minimize rot. I drilled plenty of drain holes and also put a layer of weed block so the soil didn't fall through them tiny holes. I added a sun shade as well because it was getting over 110°F in there during the day. The shade I got is 70% blocked, and it reduced the temperature inside to about 85°F. So a great improvement.
Next update is going to be adding a wireless thermometer, and automatic vent openers.
Let me know if you have any questions! Leave some comments on what you think! Feedback always welcome. This is my first experience with greenhouses so any advice is appreciatedm
by abruzzo88