In some places while spring has sprung, here in Southwestern Pennsylvania, the weather has been so unpredictable that some of these April showers have become snow showers. And no, I’m not kidding about that. In fact, I woke up one morning to find my whole backyard covered in snow not too long ago. However, this chaotic weather has set people’s gardening schedule back for a few weeks as far as I know. Thankfully, for those who have them, you have greenhouses which are supposed to keep plants alive all year long. Or at least sprout them until they’re ready for the outside. In my house, my mom once grew some of her plants on a table in the basement under a light. We did have a place to keep plants outside near the herb garden but it didn’t hold. And let’s just say, my family is too poor for a greenhouse or a garden shed. But plenty of people do have them. And for this post, this is what I bring you.
- A small wooden shed with some light might give everything your plants need.
Except this doesn’t seem to have sufficient walls for insulation. In my area, those are essential.
2. Sometimes it helps if your garden shed goes well with the patio.
Wait, is there furniture in there? I thought garden sheds and greenhouses were supposed to be for plants. Not people.
3. A wooden garden shed will always make a rustic garden addition.
If it’s painted like this, all the better. Yes, it certainly looks quite quaint indeed. Like a storybook garden.
4. When it comes to greenhouses, only the grandest can suit Mr. and Mrs. Washington.
This is what the greenhouse looks like at Mount Vernon. I know it looks like a mansion. You get that.
5. Nothing stands out in a garden like a shed of blue.
This is lovely. Wonder if it was made from a kit. But still, I like it.
6. As we all know, red really shows up in a garden.
However, if you live where I do, bright colors aren’t encouraged. Seriously, a building with bright colors will be seen as tacky.
7. A yellow garden shed like this will give you what you need.
This one seems rather small and simple. But I’m not sure about the color going well with the surroundings.
8. As far as greenhouses go, this one is covered in vines.
However, you can bet this one won’t look great in the winter. I can guarantee that since my front house is covered in ivy.
9. Sometimes in potting sheds it helps to start small.
Sure this one may look like a multi colored phone booth. But it’s for plants.
10. Of course, you can always go with a rustic touch.
To me, it seems like a lovely garden shed. To others, it’s a mere shack. To my dad, it’s a waste of firewood.
11. If you need a step up, this might be what you need.
Yes, it’s a little small. But it sure looks quite lovely in a garden and quite homey, too.
12. Sure this shed might not seem like much, but it’ll do.
Yes, I know it’s not suited for Southwestern Pennsylvania weather. But you have to admire its construction.
13. With this one, you can always open the windows for a little light.
And you can shut them if it gets too cold outside for the plants. Nevertheless, love the colors on this one.
14. Have an old edifice on your property? Make a greenhouse out of it.
Well, Pinterest says this was an old barn. Still, love what they did with it, especially how they added the windows.
15. As we all know, every greenhouse needs windows.
And this one has windows all on one side so the plants can get their fill of sunlight. Wonder if this is a shop. Wouldn’t be surprised.
16. Who says that a small garden shed can’t have style?
I guess this one is supposed to match the house. However, I really like the top windows and roof. Very intricate.
17. Sometimes a small white shed is a simple place to rest.
Sure it’s not much to look at. But I think it goes very well with the garden surroundings.
18. This is just an old wooden shed.
This one looks quite old and is probably just used for tools. Guess there are no plants here.
19. In the Victorian Era, some estates had grand greenhouses to behold.
However, this one hasn’t been used for decades. And it has been abandoned as well as fallen into disrepair.
20. Sometimes wooden siding can make a lot of difference.
Yes, it’s a bit small with a few windows. But at least the plants would love it in there.
21. It’s always said that some plants do well in the shade.
Well, this shed looks as colorful as it is rustic. Love the roof and the stonework outside.
22. When it comes to building a greenhouse, all you need are wood and windows.
Sure it’s an unconventional shape as you see. But hey, it works. So you can’t complain.
23. Who says a garden shed can’t have an ornate porch?
This one looks old and almost abandoned. Well, if it wasn’t for the light and flowers. Beautiful though.
24. For a greenhouse, a glass one is utter perfection.
Sure this one appears to be made from windows which may not be very sturdy. But will sure let the light in.
25. This one may not have much walls but provides plenty of shade.
This one looks quite quaint. Probably not suited for where I live. But I like it.
26. Bright red always creates a rustic feel.
This one seems decorated for fall. But I do like how the roof and the doors stand out.
27. It always helps if a garden shed is surrounded by your garden flora.
Not sure about the plants growing on the shed. But it sure looks pretty. Like the door and windows.
28. A garden shed like this one is quite quaint and adorable.
I don’t think this was an old schoolhouse as Pinterest might imply. But I’m sure it goes quite well with its garden surroundings.
29. A pink garden shed always goes well with the peonies.
This one even has a heart on the roof. Yes, it looks like something a little girl might design. Well, if it wasn’t a garden shed.
30. This greenhouse will always float your boat.
Wonder what they keep in there. Water plants? I think this one might be from England but I’m not sure.
31. A greenhouse sure would look splendid with a nice brass roof.
Wonder how old this one is. Hope the roof doesn’t get rusty. Because this one is quite beautiful.
32. Sometimes a flat roof greenhouse is all you need.
I like the door on this. Very intricate to say the least. Not sure about the building shape.
33. A greenhouse always needs some glass and a nice canopy.
Sure it might resemble a fancy pavilion. But I’m not sure if the walls are of glass or thin air.
34. Sometimes you can put all your tools in a small white garden shed.
Sometimes the lines between garden sheds and greenhouses are blurred. Sometimes not. Still, I think this is pretty.
35. Sometimes a garden shed could use a wooden tower.
Except for the light inside, this one seems nearly abandoned. Then again, the look is probably intentional.
36. You can build a greenhouse with old windows.
Well, it doesn’t look like much. But if you’re growing plants, sometimes design doesn’t matter.
37. For greenhouses, a weather vane makes a fine finishing touch.
This one consists of mostly windows. But this looks quite quaint and rustic for any country garden.
38. It doesn’t hurt if you build a greenhouse at the side of a rock.
Yet another Victorian greenhouse that’s abandoned. But at least this one has plants in them.
39. Who says a garden shed can’t have porch and pots outside?
Yes, it looks as if it’s an abandoned shack in a garden. Well, if it weren’t for the blooming flowers.
40. Sometimes on a brick shed, a toadstool roof will do.
I think this is an old picture of a garden shed. However, it should be perfect if you have a fairy tale like house.
41. A blue greenhouse always looks lovely with some flowers on it.
Well, the flowers are on the roof. But this looks quite lovely if you ask me.
42. Sometimes you just have to have a greenhouse to go with the patio.
Love the woodwork on this. Love how it matches the greenhouse and the furniture.
43. If you want your greenhouse to stand out, use bright colors.
Well, this certainly goes well with the garden. However, in my area, this wouldn’t fly.
44. Sometimes a small blue garden shed with red windows will do just fine.
Like how they have boxes for yellow flowers. Like the walls on this, too.
45. A greenhouse always seems rustic with green trimmings.
Well, the siding doesn’t seem remarkable. But I do think this lovely, especially near the flowers.
46. Nothing makes a better garden shed unless it’s covered with vines.
Yes, the wood doesn’t seem the greatest. But you have to love the ivy on this thing. Lovely.
47. There’s nothing more quaint than a greenhouse of stone and stucco.
This has wooden frame windows and a small balcony. Love the roof on this, too.
48. A greenhouse always looks rustic with wooden window frames.
Sure it might look quite small. But it surely looks lovely next to these garden plots.
49. A glass section is great for a greenhouse like this.
Yes, I know it kind of seems fairly modern. But I think it’s lovely in its own way.
50. A red roof is always a fine addition on a garden shed.
This one has a red shingle roof. Also has some vines growing on it. Lovely.
51. This greenhouse uses a quaint glass dome for plants.
Not sure if it’s an old greenhouse design. But I do think it’s very beautiful.
52. Window walls and roofs a good greenhouse make.
Seems like the only non-window fixtures here are two large wooden doors. Still, quite quaint.
53. Flowers can always stand out in a white greenhouse.
This one has a lovely flowers out front. But it seems to glimmer in the sunlight like a marble statue.
54. A small brick garden shed always looks great on the patio.
I know it looks old and run down. But it sure goes well with its surroundings.
55. Doesn’t hurt to set plants on a garden shed of wooden siding.
Well, it certainly resembles a little cabin. But it has so many windows with white frames and a shingle roof.
56. For some greenhouses, they ‘d sure go great with the patio.
Not sure if was made from a kit. But it sure looks quite beautiful. Love the glass roof.
57. A quaint wooden garden shed always needs an archway entrance.
Not sure what’s in here. But I do like the green trim on this building.
58. There’s nothing more quaint than a garden shed of white and red.
This is made from aluminum that’s painted on. When it’s sunny, some of these white walls tend to look pink.
59. A curved roof always looks lovely on a greenhouse.
The curved roof sort of gives an East Asian flair. But the windows look nice on this one, too.
60. A greenhouse like this always seems one with nature.
Yes, it looks like a small, quirky cabin. And it has tree furniture to go with it.
61. A blue garden shed will always be lovely at the end of the garden path.
And this one appears to be covered in ivy. Love the garden surrounding it though.
62. Pink and blue windows always go well on a greenhouse.
Wonder what this one looks like with the lights coming from inside. Must be magnificent.
63. This small garden shed has its own little porch.
Well, seems like this was made from a kit. Probably could only fit plants and tools. But it’s quaint.
64. A white greenhouse could always use a red shingled roof.
This is very beautiful, especially under the blue sky. Love the plants nearby.
65. A yellow garden shed goes well with a sprawling wildflower patch.
Well, I think this shed makes the garden seem more sunny. Love the window frames.
66. To protect your plants, put them in high places.
This is a greenhouse tree house if you will. Nevertheless, it looks completely stunning in its surroundings.
67. No greenhouse is complete without a metal roof.
Mostly because metal is effective at absorbing heat. Also beats assembling shingles.
68. A greenhouse doesn’t always have to be big to keep plants.
This one was made of old windows. And it fits in a garden box.
69. Never seen a garden shed with a roof like this one.
Are those shingles? Sure looks like it. Still, love the door on this building.
70. Any lovely greenhouse can always use a few columns.
I suppose this is another Victorian greenhouse. And it seems abandoned. But it’s in better shape than the other ones I’ve shown.
71. Guess this one is black, white, and red all over.
Love how the black trimmings stand out with the red. The white windows look great, too.
72. A green garden shed sure looks lovely covered with snow.
Seems like the white roof goes well with the snow on the ground. Of course, it might also be covered in snow, too.
73. A wooden shed can always use a few flower boxes.
Well, it’s quite small. But it does look quite pretty with the flowers being planted in it.
74. A greenhouse could be made from windows and doors lying about.
Well, this one might seem like a shack. But I’m sure the plants would love the light coming through the windows and doors.
75. A stone garden shed always has to have a roof of sod.
Well, it’s not quite grass and it’s not quite hay. So it’s sod at least in my opinion.
76. Nothing makes a lovely garden shed than a whimsical purple one.
The roof seems rather unusual on this one. But you have to love how its color goes with the flowers.
77. A greenhouse of metal and glass can never be as ornate as this.
This one is either quite old or built by someone with too much time on their hands. Man, you have to love the designs on this.
78. Sometimes a garden shed needs a few pink touches.
This is rustic enough for a garden. And it has some pink in the windows to stand out and blend with the flowers.
79. A stone garden shed can always blend in with any garden landscape.
And sometimes the garden shed might become part of the garden. But it’s away from the main part as you can see.
80. For a large impression, you cant’ go wrong with an octagon greenhouse in your garden.
Of course, you’d have to have a lot of money for this. But I’m sure it’ll provide the kind of insulation your plants need in cold weather.
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Very nice greenhouses and sheds. I am getting ideas!