22 DIY Indoor Greenhouse Ideas

Use one of these DIY indoor greenhouse ideas to help your plants thrive, even in the winter months. A greenhouse gives them enough light and heat to be able to grow to their fullest potential. Having an indoor greenhouse will let you show off your plants even in the smallest places. They also can be quite mobile, making it easy to take them indoors and out.

These indoor greenhouses range from small and simple to bigger projects that will take you a little more time. While they’re all beginner projects, there are ones here perfect for the little ones while there are other ideas that only the grown-ups should tackle. There are a lot of ideas here and you’re sure to find the perfect greenhouse for you.

You can get the most use out of your greenhouse by making sure that it gets enough sunlight. Place it as close to a window as possible. If you don’t have enough natural light, consider buying a grow light to place inside your greenhouse.

01of 22Picture Frame Mini Greenhouse

 Here’s a smaller project, an indoor greenhouse that will only hold a small plant or two. Picture frames are spray-painted and then hot glued together to form the greenhouse. The entire process is broken down for you here. Place it near a window and you have an adorable greenhouse.

02of 22Building a Greenhouse Cabinet

Pick up an IKEA Fabrikor and you have the basis for this indoor greenhouse. This project shows you how to convert the cabinet into a greenhouse with the addition of grow lights, a humidifier, a fan, and a few other accessories. It’s a quick project with big impact.

03of 22IKEA Greenhouse Cabinet

An IKEA Milsbo glass cabinet is used as a greenhouse in this detailed project. Fans, a grow light, and a thermometer are added so it can do its magic. There are a lot of detailed tips here on exactly how to set it up for optimal growth that you’ll want to check out.

04of 22Rudsta Greenhouse Cabinets

Create a stylish centerpiece in your living area with this greenhouse. An IKEA Rudsta cabinet is converted into an indoor greenhouse. The result is a beautiful cabinet that really shows off the plants. There’s a video you can watch that shows the assembly process. It’s in Finnish but is still worth a look.

05of 22Green Indoor Cabinet Greenhouse

 

This used cabinet was picked up while thrifting. A few shelves are added as well as a light. The result is a green-looking greenhouse that gives you room for plenty of plants but is still small enough to tuck away somewhere.

06of 22Simple Indoor Greenhouse

Here’s a project that the kids can help with. This simple indoor greenhouse uses only a plastic container that’s placed under a light to help some seeds grow. It’s a great set-up when you’re tight on space and looking for something small.

07of 22Cabinet Greenhouse

Here’s an indoor greenhouse that’s built from an IKEA Detolf cabinet. This unique greenhouse has plants and moss planted on the inside of the cabinet. It’s a one-of-a-kind greenhouse that doubles as an art piece. This is a very detailed tutorial so you can make one too if you like.

08of 22Indoor Greenhouse Shelf

This indoor greenhouse idea has you taking a normal metal shelve and turning it into a haven for your plants. The whole shelving unit is covered to keep in the warm air that the greenhouse gets from the nearby window.

09of 22Indoor Jungle Greenhouse

Forget the fish! Use an aquarium to keep your plants warm and happy. This is such a unique idea and could be a good way to reuse an item you might already have in your garage.

10of 22Recycled Mini Greenhouse

Another one of the smaller projects, this recycled mini greenhouse will help you start some seeds. A look around your craft area and a peek in the recycling, will give you everything you need to make this tiny greenhouse. Don’t forget to involve the kids with this one.

11of 22IKEA Milsbo Greenhouse

This beautiful photo showcases an IKEA Milsbo cabinet that’s been lovingly turned into a greenhouse. Tropical plants have been added and they look right at home in the converted cabinet. The handle on the cabinet has been switched out for a plant-themed one, which looks great.

12of 22IKEA Rudsta Greenhouse

This is an IKEA Rudsta cabinet that’s now being used as a greenhouse. The Instagram post includes everything that was used to create the greenhouse if you’d like to replicate the look.

13of 22Picture Frame Indoor Greenhouse

This indoor greenhouse is made out of a unique recycled material—old picture frames. You will need to get out the power tools for this project because a base needs to be built before the picture frames are added. This tutorial takes you through building the entire greenhouse, start to finish.

14of 22Living Room Cabinet Greenhouse

Here’s a setup that includes two IKEA cabinets that have been turned into indoor greenhouses. The Rudsta wide and Milsbo Tall are used and when paired together, they really look stunning. It will give you tons of room for your plants where you can place them inside, on top of, and all around your greenhouses.

15of 22Indoor Mini Greenhouse

Here’s another example of how a normal shelf has been converted into a greenhouse. There’s no plastic covering here, instead grow lights are used exclusively. It’s a quick and easy setup where you’ll just need to install a few lights.

16of 22Socker Mini Greenhouse

IKEA has an actual greenhouse that’s all ready to go and it’s the Socker mini greenhouse. It’s a really cute greenhouse that fits on a wide window sill. It opens up from the top, giving you easy access to your plants or seeds.

17of 22DIY Mini Greenhouse

Here’s a DIY mini greenhouse that’s perfect for a beginner or even a child. A large glass container is needed to fit your plants. A base layer is made with pebbles and then some succulents are added. Place this greenhouse by the window and make your plants extra happy.

18of 22Old Display Cabinet Indoor Greenhouse

This beautiful indoor greenhouse is actually a display cabinet that’s been outfitted with additional shelves and lights. First, you’ll need to check out some thrift stores or antique shops to find a cabinet that you can convert into a greenhouse. Next, you can give it a fresh coat of paint and insert you lights and shelves. Now it’s ready for some plants or seeds!

19of 22IKEA Milsbo Greenhouse Cabinets

Here’s another indoor greenhouse idea that uses the IKEA Milsbo cabinets. Here a wide and tall one are both used. The post outlines what you need to do to install the lights into the cabinets.

20of 22DIY Greenhouse Cabinet

Here a cabinet has been bought online and has been converted into an indoor greenhouse. It’s a large cabinet and holds a lot of plants. Consider changing out your regular light for something eye-catching like this pink one.

21of 22Corner Greenhouse

This adorable cabinet has been outfitted with lights and plastic shelving to create a safe place for much-loved plants. The size of this is perfect—you can still have a large number of plants but you have a fairly small place to put them.

22of 22Detolf Cabinet Greenhouse

Here’s another indoor greenhouse idea where an IKEA Detolf cabinet has been used. It’s a slim and tall cabinet, making it easy to find a place for it. Consider placing it near the window where the plants will be happiest.