Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags
A tomato house built for two growbags
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Is the Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags any good?
With 5 out of 10, the Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags ranks 28 of 38 in our comparison. Strengths: Reinforced mesh cover tears less easily than plain PE, Ground pegs included and the frame assembles without tools. Weakness: 150 cm height limits tall cordon varieties. Best for: Growing a few tomato plants in growbags on a patio, safe from cold nights and rain.
In short
Christow sizes this growhouse around two growbags: 100 x 80 cm and 150 cm tall. The cover is a mesh sandwiched between two layers of polyethylene, on a powder-coated steel frame that clicks together without tools.
Best for: Growing a few tomato plants in growbags on a patio, safe from cold nights and rain
What we like
- Reinforced mesh cover tears less easily than plain PE
- Ground pegs included and the frame assembles without tools
- Roll-up zip door with clips to hold it open
- 4.5 stars from almost 400 reviews
What we don't
- 150 cm height limits tall cordon varieties
- Only fits two growbags, so it suits a handful of plants
Specifications
| Type | Growhouse |
|---|---|
| Glazing | Plastic cover |
| Frame | powder-coated steel frame, tool-free click-together |
| Size | 2.6 x 3.3 ft (0.8 x 1.0 m) |
| Floor area | 0.8 m² |
| Ridge height | 1.50 m |
| Eaves height | not published |
| Roof vents | not published |
| Side vents or louvres | not published |
| Door | roll-up zip door with clips |
| Base included | not published |
| Gutters included | not published |
| Automatic vent opener | not published |
| Snow load | not published |
| Weight | 3.1 kg |
| Maker's guarantee | not published |
Sources: the maker's specs, specialist retailers and the product page on Amazon.co.uk. If a value is missing, we found it published nowhere.
Score: 5.0 out of 10
Worked out from the specs above. How we score.
Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags: common questions
Is the Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags any good?
With 5 out of 10, the Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags ranks 28 of 38 in our comparison. Strengths: Reinforced mesh cover tears less easily than plain PE, Ground pegs included and the frame assembles without tools. Weakness: 150 cm height limits tall cordon varieties. Best for: Growing a few tomato plants in growbags on a patio, safe from cold nights and rain.
How big is the Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags?
It measures 2.6 x 3.3 ft (0.8 x 1.0 m), which gives you 0.8 m² of floor space. The ridge stands 1.5 m high.
Does the Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags need a base?
No, it does not need a solid base. Stand it on level ground and anchor it against the wind with ground pegs or weights.
What guarantee comes with the Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags?
We found no maker's guarantee. You still have your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act from the retailer.
How much does the Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags cost?
The last price we saw was £38, roughly £48 per m². Greenhouse prices often climb in spring, and the retailer shows the current price.
Alternatives to the Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags
A narrow walk-in growhouse with four shelves
A wooden cold frame that sits over a raised bed
A small wooden cold frame with two lids
What you will need with it
Kit that plenty of buyers add to their basket. Affiliate links to Amazon.co.uk, how that works.
Head-to-head comparisons
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- Christow Tomato Greenhouse, Fits 2 Growbags vs VonHaus 4 Tier Mini Greenhouse (£38 against £22)