Indoor Garden

During the long winter months, you may be hard-put to find fresh life in the stark, cold landscape. By creating an indoor green space, you can improve your scenery and improve the air quality in your home. Here are some great ways to help you launch your indoor garden.

Green House Cabinet

Creating an indoor greenhouse is easier than it sounds. A metal-framed cabinet with glass panels is the perfect place to keep your weather-sensitive plants or to propagate new ones. Seal all the seams with a waterproof sealant and line the doors of the cabinet with rubber door seals. Install a small humidifier and a sun lamp to create a warm interior climate, and add a humidity and temperature gauge so you can keep an eye on the environment.

Garden Wall

A garden wall can offer the perfect option if you’re tight on space. Be sure to cover the intended wall with a waterproof tarp to minimize the risk of water damage. You may opt for floating shelves, pocket planters, or an actual shelving unit. Be sure to select a wall in your home that gets ample sunlight during the day or be prepared to set up sun lamps. Track lighting is an option, but you don’t need anything fancy.

Hanging Plants

Hanging your plants near windows that receive sun exposure during the day can bring life to any room. No matter how small your window, you can still utilize the sunlight for multiple plants by staggering the length of each planter, so they all get a bit of sunlight.

Grow Towers

Vertical grow towers may not be as aesthetically pleasing, but once your plants are established, they’ll look incredible. Stash your grow towers in corners of rooms or use them to bookend a fireplace or bookcase. Vertical grow towers can be used for vegetables and fruits, so you’ll never miss out on fresh, organic produce.

Window Sill

Any sun-facing windowsill can act as the home for smaller planters. Decorate your planter to match your décor and create a unique visual element with pops of color with your plant or flower choices. Be mindful of the temperatures at the window and choose heartier plants that won’t be as bothered by the cold.

Countertop Planters

Grow fresh herbs or microgreens on your countertops with a countertop planter kit. Many kits come with built-in grow lights, so you won’t need to worry about the lack of sunlight. Opt for a kit with an irrigation feature and timers if you’re the type to forget to water your plants.

Enclosing An Outdoor Space

Enclosing a porch, balcony, or terrace may be a more costly option for expanding your winter grow space, but it may be worth the money and the effort. You can also DIY your project with some know-how and elbow grease. For temporary construction, you can use thick, clear vinyl sheeting to enclose the outdoor space. If you want to hire out for your grow room project, choose a reputable company that specializes in greenhouse construction.