Friday, September 21, 2012

Garden Storage For All Budgets And Yard Sizes

By Alex Blaken


For serious gardeners or even for homeowners who simply need to maintain their yards or landscaping, it is important to have some type of garden storage to contain the necessary tools and supplies. The type of storage you choose is likely to depend on how much you can afford to spend and how much space you have.

Avid gardeners would most likely prefer the convenience and versatility of a greenhouse. Although most homeowners typically opt for some type of large storage shed to contain their supplies and serve as a workspace for their gardening. However, if space or budget is an issue, a smaller shed, or even a potter's bench or tool caddy could do the job.

Most gardeners dream of having their own greenhouse. However, in reality, they are usually a bit too expensive for most. Despite the expense, a greenhouse would provide an indoor space for repotting or cultivating plants as well as a place for storing both large and small equipment.

For most homeowners, a greenhouse doesn't seem to be a realistic option. This is often due to space requirements and affordability. If the main issue is the price, and not so much the size, then a large shed might be what you need. It would have all of the space needed to store bigger equipment, such as tillers, lawnmowers, weed trimmers, etc.

If space is more of an issue, then perhaps a small utility shed would suit your needs. They are less expensive and take up significantly less space than some of the larger full sized sheds on the market. A smaller shed would be perfect for storing hand tools and other supplies, such as shovels, extra pots, potting soil and fertilizers.

If you live in an apartment or even a small house, then perhaps a potter's bench would suit your needs. This option would still have a nice workspace. However, it is likely to only have enough room to store smaller hand tools and other supplies, such as small pots or watering cans.

For the diehard gardener who needs to have some type of plants no matter how little space they have, a tool caddy may do the trick. Even if you only have a few window plants or a small garden a balcony, you still need to have a few supplies to maintain them. A tool caddy would allow you to take all of your small hand tools and supplies to the area where your plants are, and then store them away in a closet or cabinet when not in use.

If you love to garden and are lucky enough to have the budget and the space, having a greenhouse could be a dream come true. Most homeowners are likely to need something that is a little more budget friendly and requires a little less space. Fortunately, there are still a few options to consider. A shed is a good option for housing larger equipment, and they come in many sizes to accommodate various budgets as well as yard sizes. For those that have even less space or just can't spend as much or their garden storage, a tool caddy or a potter's bench would be a good choice.




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