I bought this greenhouse for my wife in December 2023, Delivered in perfect condition in February 2024. We poured a concrete slab to build it on in April. What a great experience with Backyard Discovery. The greenhouse kit was in 8 different boxes with literally hundreds of wood pieces and hundreds of pieces of hardware. EVERY single item was clearly marked and easy to identify. They also included extra pieces of each type of hardware needed as well as any specialty screw bits or tools needed. In a world of companies doing the very minimum possible, it was quite refreshing to see a company go above and beyond to make sure that your project would go up without a hitch. Where most companies seem to careless after they get your money, Backyard Discovery actually cares about the quality of their product, AND the quality of the consumers experience in using their product. (serious golf clap for Backyard Discovery and their team). My wife and I took our time assembling the greenhouse, took about 2 and half days for us to complete the structure. We then covered all wood products with Penofin Clear Red Label Penetrating Brazilian Rosewood Oil (great stuff). Wife was going to be using it exclusively for hydroponic growing, so I installed many additional outlets on a GFCI. We also installed a stainless sink and reel hose. The sink didn't have a drain available in ground, so we drain into a 5 gallon bucket, that has a water pump inside with a float switch. So when she uses the sink the pump comes on and pumps the sink drain water out through a hose and into the yard. Since these photos were taken we have added a few extras. We were having a serious problem with heat, everything she was growing was bolting cause the Temp in June in So Cal was so hot that the temperature inside the greenhouse during the day would reach 125 degrees. All the vegetables she was growing were bolting. We first tried additional fans, didn't work. Then we tried an evaporative cooler, didn't work. We finally ended up with a combination of shade and AC. We installed a 10000 BTU wall AC unit which we keep set at 85 degrees. We installed shade panels in each of the ceiling bays on the inside of the greenhouse, and we installed a shade cloth that is mounted outside and shades our entire south facing wall. That combination seems to be solving our heating issues. Then for creature comforts we installed a porch light, interior work lights, padded flooring, and I know kind of cringe but we have a wall mounted TV for her to watch her shows while she gardens in her she shed. All in all, she's happy, I'm happy that she's happy. She has a real nice place to do what she loves, and I get a few fresh veges out of the whole deal. Thank you again Backyard Discovery!

We have had the willow for just over one season, and are loving it. It looks great in our yard, and is a wonderful place for our baby plants. It’s also a great place to keep all the garden tools, conveniently tucked away yet nearby. As we are approaching winter, we have a bunch of starts going and are excited for our first big winter crop. A couple things to note. Assembly takes time but it’s totally worth the effort. I sealed the wood after it was assembled, which was probably a mistake in retrospect. Probably would’ve taken many fewer hours have I done it before assembly. We are in Northern California and found that the interior would get very hot during the day. The fan is great, but it couldn’t keep up with the heat. I bought a shade cloth for the roof, and that helps significantly. I’m also about to install a few additional interior shelves to help neaten things up. We looked at a few alternatives, but really loved the willow more than everything else. And customer service and the price really won us over.

A nice greenhouse. Two main issues: it needs to have an additional large air intake so the door doesn't need to remain open in the summer. I solved this by removing one cedar panel and adding both hardwire cloth and a screen to the opening. In the winter, the cedar panel still fits in the intended spot. I also added hardwire cloth and a screen to the supplied window-keeps critters out when it is open. A fault in the design for the roof is that the supplied splice connectors are about a inch too short. That leaves a gap where water can leak inside the greenhouse. The manufacturer added an addendum to the instructions and supplies flashing tape and caulk, but it doesn't 100% solve the problem. Any water infiltration spells doom for the cedar upper wooden boards. What really is needed is to extend the upper roof panels about a 1/2 inch over the edge and make the splice connector longer. Also, add an aluminum drip edge under the polycarbonate panels in addition to the metal edge trim. This also means redesigning the rear metal edge to accept the panel overhang. It is not too difficult to do that from a manufacturing standpoint.

We bought this too replace a cheap greenhouse that we had had for about 12 years, and we are so pleased with it. Assembly takes several days, but each step is easy to understand and even easier to execute. We made a couple of mistakes with the direction of pieces, but they were easy to correct. The end result is beautiful and so practical -- it's like they've thought of everything.

I love my greenhouse! I opted for a cement slab under mine and am very happy with that choice. I was on a time crunch with labor help, so I did not stain it first, big mistake! Stain first or it takes forever :) My only regret is not getting the bigger one.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great greenhouse with complete ventilation with forced and passive options. I like the exterior and interior hose hookups for watering. I like the folding shelves to allow for taller plants and trees. Has temperature activated exhaust fan. It has 2 easy to open windows. Great greenhouse!

I bought this about a couple months ago. I did not assemble it as I have no experience with it. Hired a contractor Outofbox Assembly. I live in Farmington Hills, Michigan and I wanted a space for my Laser outside the house, we placed it on the basement porch under a deck. It is working great. Thanks,

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We purchased our greenhouse 3 weeks ago. My wife and I constructed it in about 4 days. Everything fit perfectly together, no issues with construction! It’s the best. Thank you for quality craftsmanship.

This is the third wood based greenhouse I have purchased and installed over the last 20 years. Learning from prior mistakes, the Zalie design and construction are well thought out, critical and non-critical pieces made of the proper size of wood, pre-drilled holes are perfectly aligned, supplies are sufficient to allow for mistakes and redo's (yes, I am human, I made a few mistakes). End product is great, solid and has enough room to meet the growing needs of our family.

This kit is well designed, manufactured, packed, and delivered. Minimal defects in the wood components. No issues with dimension or pre-drilled holes. All joinery hardware came with spares. The included tools, specifically the phillips driver attachment with an overdrive barrier, was thoughtful and appreciated. Reading directions is a definite requirement, but not difficult to follow if you take your time. When beginning the build plan for 25-40 hours of work and check the weather. A tarp in case of rain is handy. A good 20-24volt cordless variable impact driver makes this much easier. Only improvements I can imagine would be a weatherstrip seal for the door and an overhead LED shop light. But these were easily added. Overall, great value for the price. Much nicer than any prebuilt, and cheaper than any comparable unit i could find.