Greenhouse on Allotment

[Oogey]

Hi

Can anyone help me. I've got an allotment and couldn't wait to erect my greenhouse (freecycled) and duly planted seedlings which were doing great till a sunny day last week. They looked burned near the roots and the leaves had wilted. I threw then as I knew no better! However, as I work all day and may not necessarily get to my allotment every single night (most nights). what can I do to keep the temperatures down. I have one opening window roof vent, so will invest in an auto opener, but even so it does not reduce the temperature that much. Also, when I have to go away for a few days with work, how can I keep stuff damp? Can I get an auto watering system for my water butt? Any ideas greatly received. As you can see, I want lots of answers yesterday. Thanks O.

[Snadger]

Two ways to keep the temperature down is by ventilation(opening windows or doors) and shading. A cheap form of shading which is easily removeable is Windolene glass cleaner put on and allowed to dry.

[Flummery]

Is there a retired friend on the allotment site who might open and shut for you? You can trade jobs - like water for them while they're on holiday.