How to build a Mini DIY Greenhouse for THRIVING Transplants

[@robsaxepga]

Holy crap!! I wish I'd thought about the tote idea. That solves my problem. Thanks!

[@karensinclair1954]

Thank you! I wanted a greenhouse and this is what fits my needs. Starting with the clear storage containers. And, yes, getting your hands into the soil is restorative.

[@GetterG]

If you put another sheet on the inside you'd get an air bubble in there which helps keep the temperature even better during the night, like a winter jacket for plants :D

[@MindandSoil]

Oh cool! I'll have to try that!!

[@erickaboyd7111]

​@@MindandSoil How did that work out?

[@tracycline9109]

How exactly do you mean? A new sheet around each sides? How much air bubble should it be? I’m trying to build one for my sunroom that doesn’t get heat during the winter

[@ChristopherHauser-58]

u mean bubble wrap

[@helnyson4694]

​@@tracycline9109have you got a heap of bubble wrap.. stick it on/tuck it in around inside.. wrap the place up ✌🏽

[@frankuriegas1888]

I made this with my dad and it came out nice and it looks cool , thanks !! 🤙🏽

[@MindandSoil]

That's great to hear ! Thanks for watching :)

[@HoaVu-qh8ki]

This is the best way to keep warm in winter 🥶 thank you for your sharing ❤❤❤!!

[@MindandSoil]

Glad it was helpful :) Thanks for watching!

[@deepanjanbanerjee3491]

Stumbled on to your channel accidentally while searching for simple greenhouse designs. Loved it and will stay connected !

[@MindandSoil]

This is so awesome to hear! Thank you for watching :)

[@bladethorn]

Ha! That’s fantastic. I’m absolutely sacrificing one of my blanket totes and going to use this right now. Great video!

[@LoriVishStearns]

WHUTTT? Brilliant second option. Just my style. Thank you!

[@MindandSoil]

Glad you like it! Thanks for watching :)

[@rajeshchetty1750]

Looks beautiful well done 👍

[@mcuten]

Love the simplicity! Both are great options! Thanks for or the tips 😊

[@MindandSoil]

Thrilled to hear it!

[@mikegratigny]

awesome! just what I was looking for in northeast tn

[@glomontero6011]

Luved ur idea. Thank s for sharing

[@joijoi617]

0:52 THANK YOU❤

[@kinesiologuecreatif1291]

nice video angle and POV, we are able to really see and do it at the same time. Thanks

[@MindandSoil]

Hey! Thanks for the feedback , really appreciated :) So glad it was helpful and thank you for watching!

[@georgeshaw6207]

Superb video ! George U.K.

[@MindandSoil]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching :)

[@Proverbs3.3]

Thankyou for this video God bless you

[@liamsdad33]

Awesome build thank you

[@AnahitaGarman]

I dont know what zone i live in, just northbof parallel 49. I need to make small green houses to protect my roses and other perennials from frost/snow or too much rain. Your first idea is easy enough, I can modify it ( lack of some tools). Thanks for sharing.

[@Netta-h4t]

What is the size of that wood? Like 1x2 or 2x2?

[@hadassahhaman7550]

Thank you! Loved it!

[@MindandSoil]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ericaferri1642]

Loved this video! Thank you, I was looking for some ideas for DIYing structures for the garden and those are both perfect! Will you make a video for DIY vertical structures for tomatoes or beans?

[@MindandSoil]

Thrilled to hear this Erica! And yes, I will be doing a bunch of trellis structures over the coming months!

[@patriciacontreras7493]

Me encanto❤

[@Halfmanrocks]

This a a very cool idea! The video is great for keeping the temperature regulated for colder months. I have a slightly different issue which is heat & direct sunlight. I have recently purchased a bonsai which I would like to grow out into a bigger tree (Basically going from bonsai, to tree and back to bonsai). I want to offer more light to the indoor plant, but the plant does not like direct sunlight. I am from South Africa and we can experience temperatures up to 38 degrees Celsius. I've place some shade netting around a structure with a wooden board over the top (this does not look great at all and I would like to build a proper enclosure for it). What would you suggest I do?

[@MindandSoil]

Wow! That sounds like a fun experiment! I'm not as familiar with the needs of bonsai trees but it sounds like you are on the right track with some protective steps. Finding a lower light area of the house or corners of houses can be helpful for indirect light. Good luck!

[@MameAbebe-l8e]

I love it. Does it protect from aphids and snails? How long should I open the door

[@dominiquevanderweken-heves6519]

Love the idea but am concerned about wind and also the rain. You did something there but not sure how it would avoid the rain not weighing through? Thanks!

[@Thankful_.]

Excellent! Thank you! 🌱 😊

[@MindandSoil]

Our pleasure!

[@vampire7436]

What sort of wood was it you used mate.

[@dtvattano1517]

I have perennials that I've not planted yet in Colorado. Can I just cover a shelf unit w the poly and stick in garage for winter? Maybe throw a space heater in there if it gets crazy cold?

[@MartijnPotman]

How do you keep mold out during long rain periods during which the greenhouse is closed? Does it not lack ventilation? Looks really cool!

[@zwtsch]

Does the plastic's transparency influence the temperature?

[@beproductive5711]

Tyvm very helpful 👍😊

[@MindandSoil]

my pleasure!

[@opocald]

I was thinking about something like this, but how do you handle storms or high winds?

[@schefiban]

I’m wondering how this holds up in the wind. Does it need to be anchored in windy areas and will the plastic rip off the staple?

[@ShellySingh-k3v]

And in the first option do we need a special plastic sheet?

[@ShellySingh-k3v]

Hello, which plants can I grow in the second option? The plastic box greenhouse

[@winewithpaige]

Do you need to have ventilation for the plants? I have mature (but small) potted herbs on my patio that I want to survive the winter. Would this work for them?

[@winewithpaige]

Also, I’m in Northern California, so we get some cold nights (like 30-40 Fahrenheit), but during the day it’s still 50-70. Any tips would be appreciated!!

[@williamgoh8072]

Hi..may i check what type of plastic sheets which is cheap n durable for the green house would u recommend n where to get it from? Thx Ps...your DIY GREENHOUSE is wonderful!

[@ChristopherHauser-58]

looks nice

[@MindandSoil]

Thanks for watching :)

[@ChristopherHauser-58]

@@MindandSoil your welcome

[@clmtdmmjcmm4489]

Oh wow! I’m in n ga and lost ALL my blueberries this year to a frost. Second year in a row😭. I’m definitely doing a mini greenhouse for them before fall

[@MindandSoil]

Oh noooo! ❤️ Yeah my blueberries are starting to come in right now but I could see using something like this plus a mulch/burlap as a way to keep them warm through the winter! Also is it possible for you to go with a more hardy blueberry variety? My thinking there is that it's a lot colder where I live and mine survived - so maybe this would help?

[@garthtohms5489]

You need a burr grinder man, also, I use old water jugs for mini green houses. Works great on tomatoes and peppers

[@MindandSoil]

Oh dang just looked it up (at first I thought it was going to be a power tool for the greenhouse 🤣). I sure do - you getting me a christmas present?! :P Yeah - I love using them on peppers. I literally keep it on the peppers the entire season!

[@vinyltheworld4092]

Does it have to be poly plastic, or can it be industrial plastic wrap? i get a bunch free from work,that would probably be cheaper but wouldn't work.

[@kathleenunfreed775]

Thanks for this video Jordan. I may have a silly question about the wooden structure, so humour me if I missed that part in the video. I know the length of the pieces to be cut, but what is the width of each piece? Or in other words, what size piece of lumber should I get and ask to be cut to those specifications?

[@MindandSoil]

That's a great question, Kathleen!! And indeed something I didn't touch on in the video! I went with 2"x2". You could do 2"x4" but I find that gets a bit heavy. With the 2"x2" it's nice and light and easy to move around, but also strong enough to not be blown over by the wind (knock on wood!)

[@kathleenunfreed775]

@@MindandSoil Thanks Jordan. This box is going to be a project for this weekend.

[@MindandSoil]

@@kathleenunfreed775 Love that! email me a picture afterwards!

[@TheMississauga333]

i am looking to build one about that size, but not so high, just the wood i have, since i am not near it every day to open it up, would it be a good idea to add vents slots near the bottom to let air in? i dont have any bug problems, just want to extend the season,thanks

[@MindandSoil]

I don't have any vents on the bottom and it has been working beautifully! But, you could give it a try if you'd like

[@TheMississauga333]

@@MindandSoil another question, if i double a 3 mil plastic, is it the same protection as quantity one of 6 mil?

[@bison-problems]

Hey what was the cost of the supplies

[@vinyltheworld4092]

Can you cover the whole bed or is that a not good idea

[@drewsfoodforest_tv]

How warm does it stay in there ??

[@tomcuddy5775]

I bought and installed a 6mil plastic over the greenhouse I built. The plastic is opaque and not really clear. With your experience, is this the wrong kind of plastic for my greenhouse?

[@jaybrooker5145]

Great tutorial! But how do we fix it to a garden bed to stop it being blown away in windy areas?

[@mickygrew9662]

I'd second this question! Great video, but it looks like it would be blown away by the wind?

[@sarah7542]

Place a brick on top of it

[@xallykatx2580]

Thank you for making this, new Gardner. I eat raw veg and they're expensive, adding this video for later. Any tips on when I should start Germ seeds in a michigan weather climate? What month should I bring them outside to transplant, any videos for that?

[@Portoverdis]

How about windy days?

[@bozomahoney]

Brick on top

[@mariecurran9365]

Cool ! Thx

[@TheBlueTractorsFarm]

When Do you set a plant in a greenhouse

[@GabrielSolisDesign]

First option is a bit expensive (56 feet total in wood, at $30 per 12 feet = $150). Second option is landfill, which makes me sad :(

[@mariosiordanou6494]

The music is too loud.

[@GardeningwithDave]

In case you have limited space at home free tip: buy a clear plastic tote bin and use it as a green house. This build is perfect but I wanted to share some insights during my apartment balcony days ❤.

[@garypillischafske1425]

Sorry, dont do celsius.