Forest Garden Wallscape 4ft x 8ft Lean To Greenhouse with Solid Back

The Forest Garden Wallscape 4' x 8' Lean To Greenhouse with Solid Back (LTGH48SBHDBUN) has a base footprint of 1.18m x 2.42m (roughly 4ft x 8ft). That gives you a usable growing space that works well in a courtyard or patio setting where a full-sized greenhouse simply won't fit. The solid back panel adds structural strength and retains heat better than a glazed back making it a practical year-round growing space.

The frame is built in the UK from FSC-certified timber on a 28mm x 28mm frame with 12mm shiplap tongue and groove cladding. The shiplap's tight interlocking profile keeps the interior dry in wet weather. Pressure treated at the factory it carries a 15-year anti-rot guarantee and needs no further treatment. Glazing is acrylic throughout lightweight, shatterproof and scratch-resistant. Safer than horticultural glass and clearer than standard polycarbonate.

A large opening roof vent regulates temperature inside. No auto vent is included but the single door can be left open for extra airflow. The door can be fitted at either end of the structure depending on your layout. No staging is included though a Forest potting bench is available separately. Tomatoes, peppers and salad crops all suit this size.

This greenhouse suits gardens short on space. FSC timber, acrylic glazing and a 15-year guarantee make it a solid long-term buy. Free delivery to most UK addresses.

The frame uses 28mm x 28mm sawn timber sections a modest but adequate size for a lean to structure of this footprint. The 12mm shiplap tongue and groove cladding interlocks tightly to resist wind-driven rain. The pent roof pitches away from the wall allowing rainwater to run off cleanly. Acrylic panels are used throughout the roof and sides 28mm thick on the roof. Acrylic is impact resistant and will not shatter like glass. The solid back panel braces the structure laterally and reduces racking in wind. The drop latch door keeps the opening panel secure in gusts.

The frame is FSC-certified pressure treated sawn timber with 28mm x 28mm sections. Cladding is 12mm shiplap tongue and groove timber. Glazing throughout is acrylic shatterproof, scratch-resistant and lighter than glass. The roof panels are 28mm thick acrylic. The solid back is timber board construction matching the cladding.

No base or flooring is included. The greenhouse is designed without a floor. You must prepare a firm level base yourself before assembly a concrete slab or level paving is recommended. The structure must sit on a flat surface to ensure the frame stays square and the door and vent operate correctly.

Supplied flat packed for DIY self-assembly. All fixings and instructions are included. It is a two-person job given the panel sizes and overall weight of 170kg packaged. Allow a full day for assembly. Professional installation is available as an add-on through the retailer if preferred.

The base floor area of 1.18m x 2.42m fits two standard grow bags end to end with room to stand. That gives you space for six tomato or pepper plants on the floor. In spring use the floor space for seed trays and module trays you can fit 8 to 10 standard trays across the floor. A potting bench accessory (1.08m x 0.52m) fits neatly inside and adds a useful work surface. In autumn move tender perennials and overwintering plants inside the solid back and acrylic roof help retain warmth on cold nights.

The pressure treated timber needs no re-staining or retreatment. Clean the acrylic glazing with a soft cloth and mild soapy water to keep light transmission high. Check the roof vent hinge and latch each spring. Clear any debris from the roof and base annually to prevent moisture build-up.

At 1.18m wide and 2.42m deep the Wallscape takes up less ground than a standard 6x4 greenhouse. The solid back means it sits flush against a wall or fence with no wasted clearance behind it. You need roughly 600mm in front of the door to open it fully. The lean to pent roof keeps the overall height lower than an apex greenhouse making it less obtrusive in a small garden.