Glass has been the traditional greenhouse covering material. Classic glass greenhouses are often constructed from numerous glass panels, which require a sturdy and costly structural system.

The purple glowing building attached to the eastern side of the Integrated Science Center is Concordia’s very own greenhouse.

Walk-in greenhouses with polycarbonate (tough plastic) panes start from around £200, but for traditional glass greenhouses, you could be looking at hundreds of pounds more. Plus, if you have a ...

Why build hoop houses rather than more traditional greenhouses? Primarily because they don’t need artificial heat when seasonal temperatures drop. “Greenhouses are cost-prohibitive,” said ...