I have BIG plans for my greenhouse this year!
First, it needs a good clean. Secondly, it requires remodelling. I am sick and tired of these two rows of compost. They are wide and it is difficult to work here. Instead, I want to get proper tomato pots, a wooden two-tier planter and some other pots. So if the weather is too hot, some of the plants could move outdoors. Also makes it easier to clean the glass inside.
I began by moving the soil on the right to the concrete base at the back. Very quickly I run out of containers and the last bit went into an empty compost bag.
So now it looked empty and ready for some scrub. β¬β¬β¬
In the process of shovelling, I found four larvae (possibly moths) and a green shield bug. The latter has lived in my greenhouse for years.
I put them all together and left some greens on the side. If you know what's best, let me know as I do not want to disturb these creatures.
I tend to clean the outer panels once a year. However, last year I was a bit lazy and only did one side. It really shows and it felt like scrubbing forever.
Now, what do you use for wiping and cleaning? In the past, I used a brush that seem to have scratched the panels, so this time I had a soft cloth which did a much better job. And I have also bought a spray solution.
The order of madness was as follows:
- spray panel with water
- spray panel with a solution
- scrub panel with a cloth
- spray panel with water
For the inside, I have mixed white vinegar and water.
The result was spectacular! Although it did take a lot of time and elbow grease.
AFTER
I also had a tiny friend flying around. I think this is it! Spring has arrived!