What is a walled garden greenhouse?
Walled garden greenhouses hold a significant place in our gardening history, serving as integral and cherished features. At Alitex, our aluminum greenhouses have been central to numerous newly constructed walled garden projects and have played a key role in the restoration of older sites.
Beyond their aesthetic appeal, walled garden greenhouses offer a sheltered microclimate that shields plants from wind and frost, enabling them to flourish even in cooler temperatures. Typically constructed from stone and lined with bricks, these walls aid in absorbing and retaining solar heat, creating elevated temperatures ideal for cultivating specific plants such as peaches, nectarines, and grapes.
Walled garden greenhouse restoration
For exact replicas in heritage sites, The Thomas Messenger greenhouse is a popular choice for those wishing to create a sympathetic design reminiscent of historic timber glasshouses.
Our Thomas Messenger greenhouse was inspired by the Victorian engineer. Using modern materials, this design classic is re-created as a traditional aluminium structure, powder-coated for a low maintenance finish whilst maintaining the Victorian aesthetic. Where possible, we will research and refer to the original drawings in the design of your structure to provide an authentic replication.
Walled garden examples
Before – Fulham Palace
Replacement walled garden
Bespoke glasshouse at Cambo Estate in Scotland
Walled Garden
Lean to greenhouse with faceted lobbies
Bespoke greenhouse within walled garden
Walled Garden Greenhouses
Ramsey Abbey Kitchen Garden
Custom Greenhouse
The Ramsey Abbey Walled Kitchen Garden Trust was founded in 2004 with the aim of overseeing the restoration of the walled kitchen garden at Ramsey Abbey. In 2012, the trust received a generous donation from L. J. Drake, which was earmarked to fund the reconstruction of the old lean-to greenhouses that previously occupied the East wall and border of the garden.
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Curious about our mission and methods? Explore our acclaimed collection of greenhouses in our catalog for inspiration.
Our services
If our Kew Collection greenhouse selection doesn’t match your vision, our skilled designers and engineers can craft a fully customized greenhouse just for you.
Book a visit
Now that you’ve received our catalog and are ready to proceed, one of our Sales Designers can visit you on-site to help envision your dream greenhouse.