6 IKEA Cabinets That Double As The Perfect Greenhouse For Houseplants

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If you're a houseplant enthusiast, it's likely that you add to your collection whenever you spot a plant that takes your fancy. Of course, once you get that little treasure home, your first thought might be, "Where am I going to put it"? Many houseplants come from tropical regions, so they prefer a nice temperature-controlled environment with a decent level of humidity. But you don't have to invest in an expensive greenhouse from a high-end garden store. You can head to IKEA instead. With just a little tweaking, the store's glass cabinets can become the perfect greenhouse for all of your houseplants.

What makes these cabinets ideal for a greenhouse is that they provide an enclosed environment that you can modify to suit your plant collection. In fact, you can easily create your own indoor greenhouse for tropical plants with one of these cabinets by adding a grow light or two, depending on the type of plants you want to display. Another useful addition to your makeshift greenhouse is a humidifier to ensure you provide the perfect air moisture level your plants will love. For adequate airflow, add a small fan, like this AC Infinity multifan, which is only 3.2 inches wide and high. For better monitoring, it's a good idea to add this Govee hygrometer and thermometer to measure both humidity and temperature. Of course, you might also have to remove a few shelves to accommodate the height of your plants.

If you don't have a lot of extra space, but still want a greenhouse for your plants, this BAGGEBO cabinet would be ideal. It's only 13 ⅜ inches wide and 11 ¾ inches deep. It stands 45 ⅝ inches tall and includes internal glass shelves as well as the base to display plants. The sides are made from metal mesh, so plants should get plenty of airflow even without a fan. However, you will want to monitor the temperature and humidity regularly. The BAGGEBO cabinet retails for $64.99.

For those with a little more room, the MILSBO glass cabinet, priced at $349.99, offers a large plant display with three glass shelves, and a base. It measures 28 ¾ inches wide, 16 ½ inches deep, and stands 68 ⅞ inches tall, giving you plenty of display space. This cabinet creates an enclosed environment, as it features glass all the way around except for the frame and the base. There's even a cable outlet at the top so you can easily install your grow lights and fans.

If you're looking for a larger cabinet that's not quite as tall, the RUDSTA glass-door cabinet might be a good fit. It only stands 47 ¼ inches tall with a width of 31 ½ inches and a depth of 14 ⅝ inches. It has glass sides and doors but a solid metal back and base. The back panel is also magnetic, which might be useful for mounting lightweight fans and thermometers. The two internal glass shelves and the base should give you plenty of display space, too. The RUDSTA cabinet sells for $179.99.

Do you have lots of houseplants, ample space, but a moderate budget? Then the BILLY / OXBERG bookcase is a great choice. Priced at $288.00, it comes in four different colors and has five internal shelves. The frame, back, and sides are made from particleboard, but the doors are tempered glass. This large unit measures 79 ½ inches high, 47 ¼ inches wide, and 11 ¾ inches deep. Remember to anchor this cabinet to the wall so it won't tip over when filled with plants.

The HAUGA cabinet, available in white or gray, features sliding glass doors with a solid back and particleboard sides. You'll definitely need to use grow lights to keep your plants thriving inside. However, the construction makes it quite easy to drill holes for cables if needed. The unit is 45 ⅝ inches high, 41 ⅜ inches wide, 14 ⅛ inches deep, and sells for $199.00. It is ideal for placing smaller plants inside and larger ones on top.

The SKRUVBY is part of the IKEA cabinet lines that are worth buying. Priced at $129.00, it's a compact particle board cabinet with glass doors that you can easily convert to a greenhouse by adding grow lights, a humidifier, and a fan. It stands 35 ⅜ inches tall with a width of 27 ½ inches and a depth of 14 ¾ inches. The cabinet has two internal shelves that move to accommodate the height of your plants. The lovely oak top and distinctive handles give it a more decorative aesthetic, especially when the grow lights illuminate the interior.