Workshop Greenhouse

Greenhouse with optional porch for the serious gardener

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Workshop Greenhouse with optional porch

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Interior view of the workshop greenhouse space

The Workshop Greenhouse is a premium dual-purpose structure combining an enclosed polycarbonate or wood-sided greenhouse with a fully enclosed workshop/porch space—ideal for serious gardeners, market growers, and commercial operations throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, and New Jersey. Unlike the Greenhouse Combo's open pergola porch, the Workshop Greenhouse features a completely enclosed workspace with solid roofing, full siding, and a locking door, providing year-round weather protection for potting, tool storage, harvest processing, and seedling organization regardless of rain, snow, wind, or temperature extremes.

This enclosed workshop design makes the Workshop Greenhouse the professional choice for year-round vegetable production, commercial seedling operations, cut flower growing, and CSA farming. The climate-controlled greenhouse section provides optimal growing conditions for spring seedlings, summer heat-loving crops, fall season extension, and winter cold-hardy greens, while the adjacent weatherproof workshop serves as your potting station, equipment storage, harvest processing center, and seed organization headquarters. Many commercial growers add supplemental heating to both spaces for true 12-month growing capability and comfortable winter workspace.

Available in multiple greenhouse sizes with customizable workshop dimensions from 3'×6' (basic potting bench and storage) to 3'×12' (full room-sized commercial workspace), the Workshop Greenhouse maximizes functionality in a single cohesive structure. Choose twin-wall polycarbonate panels for maximum light transmission and superior insulation, or opt for wood 2×4 framing with LP SmartSide siding that allows for heavy insulation installation (R13 fiberglass or spray foam upgrade) for enhanced winter heat retention. Whether you're a hobby gardener wanting secure tool storage, a market farmer needing harvest processing space, or a plant nursery requiring protected propagation areas, the Workshop Greenhouse delivers professional-grade functionality that justifies serious growing investments.

Key Features

  • Full greenhouse area with polycarbonate or wood siding options:
  • Optional attached porch with customizable sizes (3'X6', 3'X8', 3'X10', or 3'X12' sizes):
  • LP SmartSide wood exterior options:
  • Storage space built into the greenhouse structure:
  • Available in various sizes to suit your needs:
  • Custom options available for door and window placement:
  • Professional installation included with purchase:

Standard Workshop Greenhouse Features

Every Workshop Greenhouse comes with these quality components

Pressure-Treated Wood Frame

2x4 Pressure-Treated Wood Frame built on skids for durability and stability

Quality Flooring

5/4 pressure treated decking with floor joists spaced 16" on center

Premium Side Panels

High-quality polycarbonate panels or LP SmartSide wood siding options available

MiraTEC Trim

Professional-grade trim for a clean, finished appearance

Entry Door

Standard 32" × 80" Storm Screen Door for easy access and ventilation

Built-in Workspaces

24" Potting bench on three sides for convenient gardening workflow

Climate Control

16" Electric exhaust fan with outlet included for temperature management

Hardware

All necessary hardware and fasteners included for assembly

Select a greenhouse package below. Each package includes a greenhouse section and a built-in storage area.Click on any row to choose that package.

SizeWood LP SmartSideGreenhouse Package PriceGreenhouse Total
8X12$2,950$1,950$4,900
8X14$3,195$1,950$5,145
8X16$3,495$1,950$5,445
10X12$3,655$2,150$5,805
10X14$3,955$2,150$6,105
10X16$4,225$2,150$6,375
10X18$4,520$2,150$6,670
10X20$4,800$2,150$6,950
12X16$4,800$2,400$7,200
12X20$5,450$2,400$7,850
12X24$6,320$2,400$8,720

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Size Options

Multiple Configurations

Features

Greenhouse + Workshop

Delivery

PA, NJ, DE, MD

Additional Information

Why Customers Choose Greenhouses

Discover what drives the passion for year-round growing

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Visible Goals

  • I need a controlled environment to extend my growing season
  • I want to protect delicate plants from frost and pests
  • I need more space to start seedlings and propagate plants
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True Goals

  • "I want to see myself as a real gardener who grows year-round"
  • "If I have a greenhouse, I'll finally achieve the garden of my dreams"
  • "I need a space where I can nurture life and watch things grow"

Workshop Greenhouse Applications

From commercial growing to hobby gardening—versatile functionality for serious growers

Market Gardening & Commercial Operations

  • Commercial seedling production for spring plant sales
  • Cut flower growing with covered workspace for processing and bouquet assembly
  • Farmers market preparation area with climate-controlled storage space
  • Herb drying, cleaning, and packaging in enclosed workspace
  • Protected area for washing, bunching, and packaging produce for CSA boxes

Year-Round Vegetable Production

  • Spring seedling starting 6-8 weeks before last frost date
  • Summer heat management with exhaust fan and ventilation systems
  • Fall season extension for warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers)
  • Winter cold-hardy greens production (lettuce, spinach, kale, arugula)
  • Workshop space for potting soil mixing, seed organization, transplanting work

Hobby Gardening & Plant Collections

  • Orchid growing with controlled temperature and humidity environment
  • Tropical plant overwintering away from house humidity issues
  • Succulent and cacti propagation with workspace for potting and arrangements
  • Bonsai cultivation with proper light control and seasonal protection
  • Protected workspace for potting, pruning, and plant maintenance

Homesteading & Self-Sufficiency

  • Food production for family self-sufficiency and food security
  • Seed saving and storage operations in controlled environment
  • Medicinal herb cultivation for natural remedies and teas
  • Garden tool maintenance and sharpening in weather-protected workshop
  • Protected workspace for canning prep, harvest processing, root vegetable storage

Why Choose Enclosed Workspace?

The Workshop Greenhouse's fully enclosed, weatherproof design provides year-round functionality

The Workshop Greenhouse's key differentiator is the fully enclosed, weatherproof workshop space—unlike the Greenhouse Combo's open pergola porch. This enclosed design provides year-round functionality regardless of weather conditions, making it ideal for serious growers who need reliable workspace in all seasons.

Enclosed Workshop Benefits:

Weather protection: Work comfortably during rain, snow, wind, or extreme heat
Climate-controlled: Optional heating extends workspace usability year-round
Secure storage: Locked door protects equipment, supplies, and chemicals
Dust and pest control: Keeps potting soil clean, prevents rodent access
Professional appearance: Solid siding creates commercial-grade look
Expansion capability: Add shelving, workbenches, electrical, and water

When to Choose Greenhouse Combo Instead:

Choose the Greenhouse Combo if you prioritize outdoor entertaining, seasonal porch use, or want open-air seating adjacent to your greenhouse. The open pergola design is perfect for casual gardeners and outdoor living integration but lacks weather protection for serious year-round growing operations.

Workspace Configuration Tips:

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Porch Size Selection: Choose 3'×6' for basic potting bench and storage. Select 3'×8' or 3'×10' for full workspace with multiple benches, shelving systems, and floor space for larger tasks like soil mixing or equipment maintenance. 3'×12' creates room-sized workshop for commercial operations.
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Door Placement Options: Request workshop door on end wall (most common) for efficient workflow between spaces, or side wall placement if property layout requires different access patterns.
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Electrical Planning: Run dedicated 20-amp circuit to workshop for power tools, supplemental heating, propagation heat mats, and multiple work lights. Greenhouse requires 15-amp circuit for exhaust fan.
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Workflow Optimization: Position greenhouse and workshop with greenhouse door opening into workspace for seamless plant-to-bench workflow during transplanting, potting, and harvest processing operations.

Premium Construction for Serious Growing

Professional-grade materials and craftsmanship for year-round reliability

Greenhouse Section Construction

  • Choice of twin-wall polycarbonate panels (80-90% light transmission, R-value 1.7-2.0) or wood 2×4 framing with LP SmartSide siding
  • Polycarbonate provides superior insulation, light diffusion, and 200× glass strength
  • Wood framing allows for additional insulation (R13 fiberglass or spray foam)
  • Pressure-treated 2×4 framework on 4×6 skids rated for ground contact
  • 5/4 pressure-treated decking with floor joists 16" on center
  • 16-inch electric exhaust fan with thermostat control for automatic temperature management
  • 32″×80″ storm screen door provides ventilation and access

Workshop/Porch Section

  • Fully enclosed with LP SmartSide ½ inch panels with SmartGuard technology
  • Solid roof construction with asphalt shingles (metal roofing upgrade available)
  • Same pressure-treated floor system as greenhouse for consistent quality
  • Separate entry door (standard 32″×80″ or upgrade to 36″ wide for equipment access)
  • Optional window installation for natural light and cross-ventilation
  • Interior walls can be painted or left natural wood depending on preference
  • Wired for electricity with outlets for tools, lighting, and equipment

Shared Features & Quality

  • MiraTEC composite trim resists rot, termites, moisture damage (50-year warranty)
  • Continuous foundation on pressure-treated skids eliminates concrete requirement
  • All fasteners are galvanized or stainless steel to prevent rust and corrosion
  • Quality hinges, latches, and door hardware designed for frequent daily use
  • Fully assembled delivery—crane placement on your prepared site
  • 20+ year structural lifespan with minimal annual maintenance required

Maximizing Your Dual-Space Setup

Professional tips for efficient greenhouse and workshop operations

Greenhouse Growing Organization

  • • Install 24" potting benches on three sides with tiered shelving above for vertical space
  • • Zone plants by temperature needs: heat-lovers furthest from door, cool crops near ventilation
  • • Use hanging baskets from ceiling joists for strawberries, cherry tomatoes, trailing flowers
  • • Position temperature min/max thermometer at plant height, not near doors or fans
  • • Schedule exhaust fan to run when temps exceed 80°F to prevent overheating and plant stress

Workshop Space Efficiency

  • • Install wall-mounted pegboard or slatwall system for tool organization and easy visual access
  • • Add fold-down workbench that maximizes floor space when not in use
  • • Store potting soil, fertilizers, and amendments in weatherproof bins with labels
  • • Dedicate shelf space for seed packets, plant tags, markers, and small hand tools
  • • Keep germination supplies organized in clearly labeled containers
  • • Position frequently used items near door for quick access

Workflow Between Spaces

  • • Create seamless transplanting workflow: seeds germinate in workshop → move to greenhouse as seedlings → return to workshop bench for potting
  • • Use rolling cart to transport seedling trays, pots, and supplies between spaces
  • • Keep potting bench supplies in workshop but perform final potting right before plants return to greenhouse
  • • Process harvests immediately: pick in greenhouse → wash/trim/bunch in workshop → store or package
  • • Minimize carrying distance for heavy items by staging near connecting door

Seasonal Transitions

  • Spring: Workshop becomes seedling starting headquarters with heat mats and grow lights. Greenhouse gradually fills with transplants.
  • Summer: Greenhouse at peak capacity. Workshop serves as harvest processing center. Run exhaust fan continuously on hot days.
  • Fall: Process end-of-season cleanup in workshop. Prepare greenhouse for cool-season crops or winter growing.
  • Winter: If heated, workshop provides warm space for potting and equipment maintenance. Greenhouse grows cold-hardy greens.

Workshop Greenhouse Foundation Options

Workshop Greenhouses offer flexibility in foundation requirements. While larger structures benefit significantly from proper foundation preparation, smaller greenhouses can work on level ground. The combination of workspace and growing area makes proper site preparation valuable for optimal functionality and longevity.

Foundation Recommendations by Size:
  • Large Workshop Greenhouses (12x16 and up): Foundation highly recommended
  • Medium Sizes (10x12, 8x12): Foundation beneficial but not required
  • Smaller Sizes: Level ground acceptable if truly level and well-draining

Stone Foundation (Recommended)

Level stone base with treated lumber border - ideal for greenhouse structures

  • Excellent drainage
  • Natural temperature regulation
  • Cost-effective
  • Professional appearance

Concrete Pad

Solid concrete foundation for maximum stability and permanence

  • Perfect level surface
  • Maximum durability
  • Easy to clean
  • Long-term investment

Level Ground Placement

For smaller workshop greenhouses on naturally level, well-draining ground

  • Most economical option
  • Natural integration
  • Quick setup
  • Suitable for smaller sizes

Professional Site Preparation Available

Maximize your Workshop Greenhouse investment with professional site preparation. Our team can assess your specific site conditions and provide the optimal foundation solution for your greenhouse and workshop combination.

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Benefits of Proper Foundation:
  • • Improved drainage around greenhouse area
  • • Better door operation for both sections
  • • Extended structure lifespan
  • • Enhanced climate control efficiency
What We Provide:
  • • Site evaluation and recommendations
  • • Professional excavation and leveling
  • • Foundation installation (stone or concrete)
  • • Drainage considerations for greenhouse use

About Workshop Greenhouse Pricing:

  • Greenhouse Package Price: Includes the greenhouse section with your choice of polycarbonate walls or wood LP SmartSide siding.
  • Porch Options: You can add a porch in various sizes as shown in the porch options tab. The porch adds additional outdoor covered space to your structure.
  • Size Considerations: Not all porch sizes are compatible with all greenhouse sizes. The compatible options will be highlighted when you select your greenhouse.

Note: All greenhouse packages include a greenhouse section with your choice of polycarbonate walls or wood LP SmartSide siding. Adding a porch is optional and will be priced separately.

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