Greenhouse

A greenhouse—also known as a hothouse or glasshouse—extends the growing season and protects delicate plants from wind and cold.

Fruit vegetables such as tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, and zucchini are grown particularly frequently, along with herbs, lettuce, and fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Ornamental plants such as roses, orchids, geraniums, and chrysanthemums are also grown in greenhouses.

Modern glass greenhouses in Europe can cover many hectares and make it possible to harvest many times more on the same area of land.