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If you want to create a refreshing atmosphere inside the house, or if you want to start growing some plants or flowers so you’re ready to plant them when the weather turns warm, an indoor garden can be a great addition to your home. The good news is that no matter how big or small your home is, there’s always room for a garden. The not-so-good news is that it can be a challenge to get the conditions right to stimulate growth; you have to consider lighting, hydroponics and tons of other factors.
But here’s the best news: We’ve done the legwork for you, picking out growing systems, lights, shelving and other essentials for creating a thriving indoor garden. Whether you’re growing herbs and other edibles or creating a beautiful wall of flowers, these 12 items will get you started!
1. Grow up to three plants at the same time without need of sun or soil using this water pod and LED light system.
>> Buy the AeroGarden Sprout Indoor Garden with LED Grow Light for $59.99 on Amazon
2. If you’re more ambitious about starting new growth, this hydroponic system can accommodate up to 10 plants and features a circulating reservoir as well as an energy-saving LED light.
>> Buy the Indoor Garden Hydroponics Growing System for $65.99 (18% off) on Amazon
3. Grow up to 72 seedlings from scratch using this germination station, which features a watertight base tray, a vented dome and a 17-watt heat mat.
>> Buy the Jump Start CK64050 Germination Station w/Heat Mat Tray for $39.55 on Amazon
4. Create a sealed environment for your growing plants with this indoor tent, which prevents light from leaking out and keeps your plants sheltered.
>> Buy the VIVOSUN S538 5×2 Grow Tent for $169.99 on Amazon
5. Growing sprouts using this kit couldn’t be easier. Just place the included alfalfa seeds (or other seeds of your choosing) in the four growing trays, add water and let nature take care of the rest.
>> Buy the Deluxe Kitchen Crop Seed Sprouter for $21.95 on Amazon
6. This organic herb-growing kit has everything you need to get you started on an herb garden, from seed packets to biodegradable pots and soil discs.
>> Buy the Spade To Fork Organic Herb Garden Kit for $34.97 on Amazon
7. Get serious about your garden with this adjustable six-tier shelf, which can be rolled from room to room and comes with a zip-up EVA plastic shell as well as full-spectrum grow lights.
>> Buy the BStrip Plant Shelf with Grow Light for $6.99 (22% off) on Amazon
8. Display your indoor garden in style with this seven-tier wood-and-steel shelving system, which includes grow lights, 14 potted plant stands and two hangers.
>> Buy the BACEKOLL Tall Plant Stand Indoor with Grow Light for $139.98 (44% off) on Amazon
9. For simpler plant setups, like growing plants on a table or desk, we recommend these clip-on LED grow lights, which approximate noonday light and also come with a timer control.
>> Buy the GooingTop LED Grow Light for $23.99 (31% off) on Amazon
10. This mini-greenhouse for indoor plants also comes with a timer to control the amount of light your plants receive throughout the day.
>> Buy the Barrina Mini Greenhouse with LED Grow Light for $219.99 on Amazon
11. This simple but classy plant terrarium uses glass vials and a stable wood base to grow your plants anywhere around the house.
>> Buy the renmxj Plant Propagation Station Tubes for $14.05 (26% off) on Amazon
12. This stylish concrete planter is available in 10 different shades and can accommodate everything from small trees to succulents and flowers.
>> Buy the Kante 18 Inch Dia Round Concrete Planter for $62.97 (15% off) on Amazon