5 Mini Greenhouses
One of the absolute cornerstones of my kitchen garden is a mini greenhouse. It’s also something I get asked about daily and unfortunately is rarely available. However, I’ve done some digging and we found some gorgeous options!
I use my greenhouse mostly for seed starting outside and for many reasons. For one, my climate allows for this. While the weather at worst could be in the 50s, inside the greenhouse is ten degrees higher or more. I also get at least six hours of sun year-round, so do have enough light even in winter to allow the seeds to germinate.
Sometimes I start my seeds in trays within the greenhouse, typically in winter so there is more temperature control. This is also helpful to inoculate the seedlings from pests either airborne or within the soil. This also keeps me from having to amend the soil fully before I am ready. Sometimes I start the seeds directly in-ground and just cover them with the greenhouse. I rotate her from bed to bed most of the year, except for the really hot months in high summer.
I find this little trick to be such a fun approach that also adds some design charm to the garden. Below are five gorgeous mini greenhouses for you, all ranging in price. I’ve had my little tabletop greenhouse for three years and it’s held up well, so while they can be an investment, I think they’re well worth it.
01. Amazon Mini Greenhouse, $36
02. Wayfair Eagle Peak Mini Greenhouse, $96
03. Days Gone By Designs Victorian Style Mini Greenhouse, $323
04. Bed Bath & Beyond Mini Greenhouse + Raised Garden Bed, $155
05. Pottery Barn Cold Frame, $399
When to Use A Mini Greenhouse
There are a few great reasons for using a mini greenhouse. See if any of these resonate for your garden.
- When you want to start seeds outdoors, but with some climate control. This allows some gardeners to skip the indoor seed starting, and instead get a head start out in the elements.
- When you need protection. Young plants are vulnerable to many pests and a mini greenhouse can act as a cloche but with some heat added.
- When you’re trying to extend your season and get a few extra weeks ahead of Spring, a tiny greenhouse can be rotated around the garden to assist some cooler-season seedlings emerge in the fringe part of the year.
- When you want to layer in some historical charm. Glass cloches, cold frames, and greenhouses were used even back in the Victorian era. They are functional but really add some cottage core charm too.
I hope this has inspired you to find your own perfect tabletop greenhouse, as well as try to grow things a bit more efficiently this year.
If you’re looking for a seed starting guide, I have a FREE one for you here. And I have planting calendars for you HERE.