The Best Small Greenhouse Designs & Space-Saving Greenhouses for Gardens with Limited Space

Greenhouses are the tool every green-fingered gardener needs to bring their seedlings to life, which is why finding the best greenhouse for your money really matters.

We are going to take a closer look at the best small greenhouses in our range so you can find the right fit for your outdoor space. See what you think, assess your options, and then connect with the experts when you have found exactly what you need.

The challenges of greenhouse gardening in small gardens

Greenhouses are available in all shapes and sizes, but it is not always the case that the best greenhouse is the largest one you can afford to house. In fact, you would often be far better served by shopping for the best small or mini greenhouse so that you can make more efficient use of your space.

Yes, you want to have extra space for sowing seeds, developing your seedlings and cultivating plants, but this cannot come at the expense of how you use the rest of your garden. The key is to factor in the space vs greenhouse size from the outset. As soon as you recognise that something more compact is best, it’s just a case of selecting the best small greenhouse for your needs.

The four best small greenhouse designs

To make sure you find the best greenhouse from our ever-expanding range of mini and small greenhouses, we thought it best to highlight four of the absolute best small greenhouse designs.

Each one is compact, highly efficient when it comes to its square footage, and designed to look the part too. These are from brands such as Forest Garden and Halls, both leading UK-manufacturers.

Look and see which one catches your eye, in some cases, a greenhouse may exhibit one or more of the styles below!

1)    Mini greenhouses with lean-to

Lean-to mini greenhouses are a real asset in tight spaces. These are mini greenhouses that can be placed against a wall or fence, and some are supplied with a back and some are not (in which case this will reflect in the price). Why not make use of a barren wall or fence, by placing a lean-to mini greenhouse against it?

First on our best greenhouse list comes this lean to greenhouse. The 4’x2’ Forest Garden small wooden greenhouse with a wooden frame and double doors is sure to make an impact in a way that harmonises with your existing aesthetics. It is quite possibly the best mini greenhouse on our list, and that is largely because it offers all the following:

• Pressure-treated timber - that gives you the peace of mind that it will last for years
• Tongue and groove cladding - for a stronger, more weather-resistant fit and finish
• Guarantee – 15 year anti-rot protection, that is all about getting more for your money with ease
• Opening split lid with props - so you can work your magic without ever having to compromise

Another lean to model to consider is the 6'x6' Palram Canopia Rion White Lean to Sunroom, as well as being a lean-to, this greenhouse is also made with a resin frame, features a sloping roof, and is a fine example of small polycarbonate greenhouses.

As possibly the best mini greenhouse variety on the market today, a cold frame offers a level of convenience that is hard to match. A longer growing season allows you to make your seedlings, tender plants and young plants more robust and hardier before planting them outdoors, while the compact nature of cold frames gives you better use of your remaining limited space.

This is ideal when you want to be able to work your green-fingered magic in a way that will not force you to compromise when it comes to hosting and entertaining guests outside in the summer. Cold frames and other mini greenhouses can also be kept indoors and are popular in patio areas and extensions, in particular.

This is ideal when you want to be able to make optimal use of your outdoor area and have easy access to items stored. Buy this mini greenhouse and use the space saved for a variety of purposes: hosting, entertaining, kids’ play areas and gardening.

Tiered mini greenhouse designs also have something of an element of chic charm about them so that you can add something stylish and traditional to your property. Think of mini greenhouses when you are looking to furnish your outdoor space and you will fall in love with it all over again.

If you choose a vertical configuration to be the best small greenhouse for your needs, it is perfect for growing plants such as climbers and other tall plants in style. The floor area used is minimal, even by the standards of other small greenhouses, allowing you to make optimal use of your tiny garden in style.

This all adds up to give you a versatile, flexible and robust growing option when you want easy access and to be able to make the most of your small space. Create your own little green oasis that allows you to lose yourself in the moment and do more of what you love.

Small greenhouses available from Shedstore

When browsing through our range of small greenhouses, you will find a wide variety of styles that balance any existing look you have in your outdoor space. They are supplied in small greenhouse kits and are easy to assemble. Choose from brands including Forest Garden, Halls and Palram Canopia. They are perfect when you want to be able to tie everything together in a way that combines style and substance in perfect harmony.

All that is left is to sit and relax while your greenery comes to life like never before, they are perfect for growing herbs, tomato plants and other vegetables. As well as small greenhouses we have every greenhouse size available, from mini to large, so be sure to browse through our range.

Wooden greenhouse options

One of our most popular greenhouses (and a candidate for best greenhouse in the current season) is the 8’x6’ Forest Garden Vale Victorian wooden greenhouse. This is one of our leading small wooden greenhouses and features 12 mm tongue and groove cladding for a robust, weather-resistant finish, all set alongside 4 mm toughened glass for added safety and durability.

This small wooden greenhouse is brought to life by 70x45 mm durable framing and shaped using pressure-treated timber that has been slow-grown and expertly kiln dried. It is a candidate for best greenhouse for a reason and is a great option for anybody looking to buy one of our traditional greenhouses.

The best greenhouse is often a small one, but not always

We’ve covered some of the best small greenhouses available, but what if you have a larger garden and space to tackle larger greenhouse gardening projects? Fear not! As well as selling an excellent range of mini and small greenhouses, we also offer a superb range of large greenhouses. With over 100 options available, ranging from 5’x9’ to 12’x’10’, you’ll find no shortage of choice at Shedstore.

Final reflections

Mini and small greenhouses come in all shapes and sizes, the beauty of which is that you can find something that meets your individual needs without delay. Whether you choose a metal or a wooden greenhouse, they are all ideal to grow plants in smaller gardens, where every foot of small space available must be optimally used. With an option for every taste and style, all you need to do is take a closer look at our range and we will be delighted to discuss the requirements of what you are looking for.