If you have a passion for plants and flowers, why not consider building an inspiring greenhouse right in your backyard?
Greenhouses foster a microclimate that allows you to cultivate plants, herbs, and vegetables regardless of the outdoor conditions. These enclosed spaces can be built as DIY projects or custom-sized to fit perfectly in your backyard. Check out some fantastic how-to ideas below for constructing your own backyard greenhouse!
1. Cape Cod Greenhouse
This stunning greenhouse, made of glass and steel with a sturdy stone base, is beautifully encircled by potted plants and vibrant greenery. (via BC Greenhouse Builders)
2. Wonderful Greenhouse Space.
This 320 square foot (16′ x 20′) steel frame greenhouse is designed to handle hail, strong winds, and heavy, wet snow during the spring. It features a concrete base with a gravel floor, providing a sturdy foundation. The layout allows for both horizontal and vertical gardening, plus there’s plenty of space to sit back, relax, and enjoy all that a greenhouse has to offer. (via CSI Hobby Greenhouses)
3. Greenhouse With Hanging Plants.
This greenhouse showcases beautiful hanging baskets filled with vibrant plants, along with a raised bed that features a charming water fountain. The stone flooring is both durable and easy to maintain, and there’s even a sink available for watering your plants. (via BC Greenhouse Builders)
4. English Garden Greenhouse Shed.
The upper shelves in this greenhouse are equipped with grow lights to enhance natural sunlight, making it possible to grow plants all year round. The slatted design of the shelves allows water to drain down onto the brick floor below. Plus, hoses make it super easy to water the plants. The exterior features a charming brick foundation. (via Karen Aitken and Associates)
5. Contemporary Greenhouse Shed.
This stunning greenhouse was specially designed to provide plenty of natural light for indoor plant growth. It’s surrounded by lovely gardens, perfect for enjoying the summer in Seattle, Washington. (via Architectural Glass/Greg Carman)
6. Vegetable Garden Greenhouse.
Check out this fantastic twin-wall polycarbonate greenhouse paired with corrugated metal raised garden beds. It’s a truly efficient setup for growing plants! (via BC Greenhouse Builders)
7. Garden Room with Spa and Greenhouse.
The greenhouse is linked to a cozy garden room featuring a spa. Inside, you’ll find tropical plants thriving through the winter, while vegetables and flowers are getting ready for spring. A plexiglass roof connects the greenhouse to the heated garden room. Simple benches made from plastic and concrete blocks provide seating, and wire shelving offers additional space for your plants. The floor is covered with 3/8″ pea stone and has a drainage pipe underneath to keep it dry. (via Garden Tech Horticultural Services)
8. Greenhouse Solarium.
Surrounding a cozy sitting area, there are raised beds filled with various plants, making it a perfect spot for relaxing or even getting some work done from home! Fans help keep the area nice and cool. (via Meridian Estate Greenhouses)
9. Backyard Greenhouse Living.
This uniquely designed industrial greenhouse measures 60 feet by 20 feet, totaling 1200 square feet. Inside, it offers an ideal space for both entertaining and unwinding. (via Groundswell Design Group)
10. Greenhouse Shed Roof.
This one-of-a-kind, free-standing lean-to is designed to soak up as much sunlight as possible throughout the day. (source: BC Greenhouse Builders)
11. Recycled Greenhouse.
A damaged pole barn has been transformed into a charming and unique greenhouse. The construction of the greenhouse was inspired by an assortment of mismatched reclaimed windows. For the flooring, they used bricks salvaged from a historic fireplace at a nearby homestead. (via Sarah Greenman)
12. Glass House in the Garden.
This contemporary glass house features a partition wall that separates the living space from the greenhouse, with a cozy gas fireplace on the opposite side. One half boasts a sleek polished concrete floor, while the greenhouse area is laid with gravel. The structure is framed in painted steel and includes aluminum sliding glass doors. A glass roof tops the greenhouse, while the other side showcases a green roof adorned with native grasses. (via Flavin Architects)
13. A Greenhouse Shed.
A charming greenhouse extension featuring a wooden planter for your plants. Potted greenery adorns the windowsill to soak up extra sunlight. (via step3studio)
14. A Green Greenhouse.
This charming handmade aluminum greenhouse blends beautifully with its surroundings. It features a welcoming central entrance porch with double doors for convenient access. Inside, there’s plenty of room to create various growing areas. (via Hartley Botanic)
15. Enchanted Hideaway Greenhouse.
A charming rustic greenhouse made of wood and glass. (courtesy of Metrofolia Inc. General Contractor)
16. English Greenhouse.
This stunning greenhouse located in Greenwich, Connecticut is brimming with hanging baskets and shelves overflowing with potted plants. (via Hartley Botanic)
17. Garden Greenhouse.
In Austin, Texas, there’s an urban farm that showcases a cozy greenhouse alongside a spacious garden filled with beds and pathways. To protect the plants from harsh sunlight, they creatively used standard 1/2″ PVC pipes to construct budget-friendly garden hoops. (via B. Jane Gardens)
18. Potting Shed Greenhouse.
A greenhouse can double as a potting shed! This particular one features hanging baskets that thrive in the constant sunlight streaming through the glass roof. The wooden flooring adds a touch of durability. (via Affinity Builders)
19. Cottage Greenhouse.
In Denmark, a greenhouse creates a charming outdoor area featuring an Olano Solseng sunbed made from untreated natural rattan by ILVA. This indoor-outdoor space is home to various plants and vegetables and serves as a delightful retreat that can be enjoyed throughout the year. (via Bolig Magasinet)
20. Cozy DIY Greenhouse.
This stunning greenhouse was finished in just seven months and is filled with vibrant greenery. Nestled among the trees, it’s a charming retreat that offers joy, contemplation, and rejuvenation. A cozy Boho fringe hammock makes for the perfect place to relax and take an afternoon nap. (via Vaughn House Greenhouse)
21. Greenhouse Conservatory.
This incredible greenhouse would be the perfect spot to spark your creativity—an ideal place to paint and enjoy music while being surrounded by lovely flowers and warm sunlight. The big leafy plant in the corner brings a touch of the tropics to the atmosphere. (via @beldicountryclub)
22. Greenhouse and Raised Beds.
This charming 8×12′ custom double glass greenhouse, complete with a vestibule, serves as a lovely centerpiece for this Pacific Northwest garden. The addition of outdoor vegetable planter boxes enhances the overall vibe of this stunning garden area. (via BC Greenhouse Builders)
23. Attached Greenhouse.
An old barn in Philadelphia has been transformed into a unique entertainment venue that features both indoor and outdoor spaces, along with a connected greenhouse. (source: World Wide Stereo)
24. Backyard Greenhouse.
This awesome space is an ideal spot to keep all your container plants, especially those that spent the summer outdoors. They’ll not only survive but also flourish in this special microclimate. You can enhance your greenhouse’s functionality by storing your gardening tools there and adding a personal touch with a unique light fixture or even some artwork! (via @haarkon_)
25. Beautiful Backyard Greenhouse.
Step into a lush oasis through the French doors of this stunning greenhouse, beautifully crafted from steel and glass. (via Pinterest)
26. Greenhouse With A Potting Bench.
This beautiful greenhouse includes a potting bench, perfect for enjoying flowers throughout the year. The brick walls contribute to the charming, rustic atmosphere of this lovely area. (via Ideal Home)
27. Freestanding Work Areas.
Owning a greenhouse allows you to garden all year round! You can keep propagating seeds and cuttings, giving you the chance to grow many different types of plants. A spacious bench offers a great workspace for potting plants, filling trays, and more (via HGTV).
