Greenhouses

greenhouse with prickly pear in front and mountains and trees in background (Susan Pater / UA Cooperative Extension)

A greenhouse allows you to control things like temperature, watering, humidity and even the planting season itself. They are great for growing your own fruits and vegetables year round. Many people find that even a small greenhouse in their backyard will supply enough to set up a booth at a local farmers market. Also, the greenhouse does not have to be one of the most expensive one orders and others come to set up; one can make their own greenhouse even from an old gazebo frame and with minimal cost.