Mini Greenhouses Under $500

Perfect for beginners: 15 compact models reviewed. Start growing in just 2 hours of setup.

Why Choose a Mini Greenhouse?

Mini greenhouses offer an excellent solution for gardeners with limited space or those just starting their growing journey. They provide protection for plants, extend the growing season, and create ideal conditions for seedlings and delicate plants.

Types of Mini Greenhouses

4-Tier Portable

• Perfect for small spaces
• Easy to move and store
• Ideal for seedlings
• Price range: $30-$50

Tabletop Mini

• Compact design
• Indoor/outdoor use
• Great for herbs
• Price range: $20-$40

Mini Walk-in

• More growing space
• Better accessibility
• Multiple shelves
• Price range: $80-$150

Key Features to Consider

Construction & Materials

Frame material (steel vs aluminum)
Cover material (PE, PVC, polycarbonate)
UV protection rating

Practical Features

Ventilation options
Access points (doors, windows)
Shelving and space organization

Size Guide

Mini greenhouse size categories with recommended uses and typical pricing.
Size Category	Dimensions	Best For	Typical Price Range
Tabletop	24"x16"x32"	Herbs, Seedlings	$20-$40
4-Tier	27"x19"x63"	Small Plants	$30-$50
Mini Walk-in	6'x4'x6'	Mixed Growing	$80-$150

Frequently Asked Questions

What size mini greenhouse should I buy?

Choose a mini greenhouse size based on your available space and growing needs. For small balconies or patios, a 4-tier greenhouse (27"x19"x63") is ideal. For larger spaces, consider walk-in models like 8'x6' or larger. Always account for access space around the greenhouse and height requirements of your plants.

What's the best material for a mini greenhouse?

The most common materials are PE covers and PVC. PE covers offer better durability and UV resistance, while PVC provides excellent clarity and is more affordable. For long-term use, polycarbonate panels offer the best durability but come at a higher price point.

How much should I expect to spend on a mini greenhouse?

Mini greenhouses range from $30-$200. Basic 4-tier models cost $30-$50, mid-range portable greenhouses are $50-$100, and premium walk-in models range from $100-$200. Price varies based on size, materials, and features like ventilation systems.

Do mini greenhouses need ventilation?

Yes, ventilation is crucial for mini greenhouses to regulate temperature and humidity. Look for models with zippered doors, roll-up windows, or mesh panels. Good airflow prevents mold growth and helps maintain healthy plant growth conditions.

Essential Buying Tips

Measure Your Space
Account for both the greenhouse footprint and additional access space needed.
Consider Your Climate
Choose materials and features appropriate for your local weather conditions.
Plan Your Growing Goals
Match the greenhouse type to your intended use (seedlings, year-round growing, etc.).

Mini Greenhouses Under $500

Why Choose a Mini Greenhouse?

Types of Mini Greenhouses

4-Tier Portable

Tabletop Mini

Mini Walk-in

Key Features to Consider

Construction & Materials

Practical Features

Size Guide

Top Products Comparison

Portable Mini Greenhouse, 48"x23.6"x23.6" Greenhouses for Outdoors with Dual Large Zipper Doors & Ground Stakes, Waterproof Plastic Green House for Outside Garden Patio Backyard

Pop Up Greenhouse Cover, Mini Portable Flowerpot Cover, Indoor Outdoor Backyard PVC Flower Shelter, Small Sunshine Room for Cold Frost Protector Gardening Plants (1-Pack)

NuVue Products 24046 Spring-Up Plant Growth Accelerator Greenhouse Cover, Mini Greenhouse Gardening Net for Severe Weather Protection, Green, 16" L x 16" W x 24" H

Garden 4-Tier Greenhouse – for Indoor Outdoor Gardening Hot House w/ Zippered Cover and Metal Shelves for Growing Vegetables, Flowers and Seedlings (PLGH704OWP)

2 Tier Mini Greenhouse - Portable Greenhouse with Steel Frame and PVC Cover for Indoor or Outdoor - 27 x 19 x 37.5-Inch Green House by Home-Complete

Indoor Greenhouse with Grow Lights, 5 Tier 23.2" L×13.4" W×61.4" H Mini Greenhouse, Grow Light Shelf with Tent and Thermometer, with 72W Full Spectrum Growing Lamps for Seed Starting

VEVOR Plant Stand with Grow Light, Grow Light Shelf with Cover and Thermometer, 4 Tiers 180W Plant Shelf with Grow Light, Full Spectrum Light Mini Greenhouse Plant Stand with Timer for Seed Starting

Mini Pop up Greenhouse Small Indoor Outdoor Gardening Flowerpot Cover Backyard Flower Shelter 27"x27"x31"

Mini Greenhouse for Indoor Outdoor,Plant Green House 4-Tier Rack Stand Portable Greenhouses with Durable PE Cover for Seedling, 2.5x1.6x5.2 FT Ideal Gardening Gifts for Women Men(PLGH704G)

Mini Greenhouse for Indoor Outdoor, Plant Green House 4-Tier Rack Stand Portable Greenhouses with Durable PVC Cover for Seedling, 2.5x1.6x5.2 FT,(PLGH704P)

Barrina Mini Greenhouse with LED Grow Light for Indoor Plant, 4-Tier Portable Metal Plant Stand with Wheels, Plant Shelf with Tent, 6Pcs Plant Light with Timer and Thermo-Hygrometer, 35.4x13.8x59IN

4-Tier Mini Greenhouse – Indoor or Outdoor Gardening Hot House with PE Zippered Cover and Metal Shelves for Growing Vegetables, Flowers and Seedlings 63'' H x 27'' L x 19'' W (PLGH704OWW)

Barrina Indoor Greenhouse with Grow Light, with 40W Seed Starting LED Indoor Plant Light, Portable Mini Greenhouse with Timer for Seed Starter Tray, Seedling, Sprouting, Microgreens, 23x23x23IN

Easy Set-up Mini Greenhouse Pack of 2 Mini Pop up Flower House Backard Garden Plant Cover for Cold Forst Protection PVC Sunshine Room with Stakes and Carrybag (28" L x 28" W x 32" H)

flowlamp Mini Greenhouse, Thickened PE Cover, 63" x 31.5" x 31.5" Waterproof UV-Resistant Portable Greenhouse for Outdoor Indoor Mini Green House Flowerpot Cover

MIXC 10 Packs Seed Starter Tray Seed Starter Kit with Humidity Dome (120 Cells Total Tray) Seed Starting Trays Plant Starter Kit and Base Mini Greenhouse Germination Kit for Seeds Growing Starting

Ohuhu Mini Greenhouse for Indoor Outdoor, Small Plastic Plant Green House 4-Tier Rack Stand Portable Greenhouses with Durable PE Cover for Seedling, 2.5x1.6x5.2 FT, Ideal Gardening Gifts for Women Men

porayhut Pop Up Greenhouse Cover Flower House Mini Gardening Plant Flower Sunshine Room Room,Backyard PVC Greenhouse Cover for Cold Frost Protector Gardening Plants

Mini Greenhouse for Outdoors Indoor: Ohuhu Small Green House with 4 Tier Shelves, Portable Plastic Greenhouses with Heavy Duty Transparent PVC Cover for Winter Garden Patio Backyard Porch Balcony

Outsunny 6' x 3' x 3' Portable Mini Greenhouse Outdoor Garden with Large Zipper Doors and Water/UV PE Cover, Green

Palm Springs 3 -Tier Mini Greenhouse with Cover and Roll-up Zipper Door

Mini Greenhouse Outdoor,47.2x23.6x23.6 in,with Waterproof PE Cover Mini Greenhouse KIT,UV-Resistant Green Houses for Outside- Ideal for Indoor and Outdoor Gardening

2 Pack Pop Up Mini Greenhouse for Raised Garden Bed Portable PVC Spring-Up Popup Greenhouse Plant Protector and Frost Cover for Young Tomato Plants & Other Plant Seedlings for Frost Rain Proof (green)

Meonum Mini Greenhouse with Grow Light for Indoor, 23.6 x15.7 x19.6 Tabletop Small Greenhouse Kit with 15W Plant Dimmable LED Grow Lights and Timer, 3 Light Color Mode for Seed Starter Tray

Ohuhu Greenhouse for Outdoors with Screen Windows, 57 x 57 x 76'' Walk in Plant Greenhouses Heavy Duty with Durable PE Cover, 3 Tiers 12 Shelves Stands Plastic Portable Green House with Shelf Clips

EAGLE PEAK 8x6 Portable Walk-in Greenhouse, Pop-up Indoor Outdoor Garden Green House, Zippered Doors and Windows, PE Cover, Green

Mini Greenhouse,Greenhouses for Outdoors,Portable Walk in Green House for Garden Plants That Need Frost Protection and Away from Pests, Animals(56"x30"x76")-Green

Mini Greenhouse,Greenhouses for Outdoors,Portable Walk in Green House for Garden Plants That Need Frost Protection and Away from Pests, Animals(56"x30"x76")-White

Worth Garden 4 Tier Mini Greenhouse - 63'' H x 27'' L x 19'' W - Sturdy Portable Gardening Shelves with PVC Cover - Small Green House Use in Indoor & Outdoor for Plants Flowers

Worth Garden 5 Tier Mini Greenhouse - 75'' H x 27'' L x 19'' W - Sturdy Portable Gardening Shelves with PVC Cover - Small Porch Green House for Growing Plants Flowers Indoor & Outdoor

Quictent Greenhouse for Outdoors, Mini Walk-in Portable Flower Garden Plant Kit Outside, Heavy Duty 3 Tiers 4 Shelves Steel Frame & Durable Cover W/ Screen Door, 4.7x2.4x6.4 FT, Clear

Gardzen Mini Greenhouse Heavy Duty Portable Green House, Clear Tent Indoor or Outdoor for Plants 36.2”(L) x18.9”(W) x33.3”(H)

Gardzen Mini Greenhouse Heavy Duty Portable Green House, Clear Tent Small Greenhouse for Indoor Outdoor Plants 36.2”(L) x36.2”(W) x59.5”(H)

Greengro Greenhouse, 56 x 56 x 75'' Greenhouses for Outdoors, Durable Green House Kit with Window, Thicken PE Cover, 3 Tiers 8 Shelves, Heavy Duty Walk in Green Houses for Indoor Backyard Outside

Mini Greenhouse for Indoor Outdoor: Ohuhu Tabletop Portable Green House with Waterproof Pad for Small Plants Nursery Germination, 36"x18"x33" Heavy-Duty Cover Tent Humidity Dome Seedling Accessory

Mini Greenhouse for Indoor Outdoor: Ohuhu Tabletop Portable Green House with Waterproof Pad for Small Plants Nursery Germination, 36"x36"x42" Light Duty Cover Tent Humidity Dome Seedling Accessory

WORKPRO Mini Greenhouse, 4-Tier Portable Small Greenhouses for Outdoor Indoor with Shelves and Thicken PE Cover, White - 27" L x 19" W x 63" H, Ideal Gardening Gifts for Women Men

Abimars 5-Tier Mini Greenhouse with Caster Wheels, Each Shelf Height Adjustable Metal Plant Shelf with PVC Cover for Seed Starting Trays, Seedling Pots, Plant Pots, 11x16x57inch

Mini Greenhouse with Grow Light ,28" L×20" W×28" H Portable Greenhouse with Zippered PVC Cover for Seed Starting Trays , Dimmable 2ft 60W Plant Light for Indoor Plant with Timer(PLGH7050PT)

Mini Transparent Pop Up Greenhouse for Indoor and Outdoor Backyard Gardens - Portable Large Space and Durable

4 Tier Mini Greenhouse - Portable Greenhouse with Rust-Resistant Frame and PVC Cover for Indoor/Outdoor - 27.5x19x63-Inch Green House by Pure Garden

3 Tier Mini Greenhouse - Portable Greenhouse with Rust-Resistant Frame and PVC Cover for Indoor/Outdoor - 27.5x19x50-Inch Green House by Pure Garden

EAGLE PEAK Mini Greenhouse with Wire Shelves, Portable Indoor & Outdoor Garden Green House with Roll-Up Zipper Door, 3 Tier , 27"x19"x50", Clear PVC Cover

HOMGARDEN 4-Tier Mini Greenhouse Portable Plant Flower Shelf Tent w/PE Cover Roll-Up Zipper Door for Lawn Patio Garden Indoor Outdoors

Worth Garden 50% Extra Wide Mini Greenhouse 5 Tier Portable Plant Green House 40in Wide -Sturdy Gardening Shelves with PE Cover & Roll-Up Zipper Door - Indoor & Outdoor Use - 19″W. x 40″L. x75″H.

Worth Garden 50% Extra Wide Mini Greenhouse 5 Tier Portable Plant Green House 40in Wide -Sturdy Gardening Shelves with PVC Cover - Indoor & Outdoor Wheatgrass Growing - 19″x40″x75″

Indoor Greenhouse with Grow Lights, 4 Tier 27.2" L×19.9" W×61.8" H Mini Greenhouse with Zippered PVC Cover for Seed Starting Trays, Dimmable 2FT 60W Plant Light for Indoor Plants with Timer

Miracle-Gro 23" x 17" x 57" All-Season 4-Tier Mini Grow House Outdoor or Backyard Easy Assembly Portable Greenhouse, Translucent

Happygrill Cold Frame Greenhouse, Mini Wooden Greenhouse Raised Flower Planter Shelf w/Transparent Openable Roof, Double Doors & 3 Tier Shelves, Small Greenhouse for Indoor Outdoor Garden Yard Balcony

4 Tier Mini Greenhouse Indoor Outdoor with PE Cover and Roll-Up Zipper Door, Portable Waterproof Cloth Greenhouse Tent Grow Seeds & Seedlings, 2.3x1.5x5.3 FT

Quictent Portable Mini Cloche Greenhouse w/ Elevated Bottom, Large U-Shaped Zipper Mesh Door & 2 Side Screen Window Waterproof UV-Resistant Hot House for Indoor Outdoor, 95" x 36" x 36" (Green)

Solution4Patio 5-Tier Garden Mini Greenhouse Portable for Indoor/Outdoor, Pequeño invernadero, Transparent Thick PVC Cover, Heavy Duty Frame, Double Zipper, 27 in. W x 19 in. D x 76 in. H, #G304A00

Solution4Patio 4-Tier Garden Mini Greenhouse Portable for Indoor/Outdoor, Peque?o invernadero, Transparent PVC Thick Cover, Heavy Duty Frame, Double Zipper, 27 in. W x 19 in. D x 63 in. H,#G303A00

MCombo Greenhouse Wooden Cold Frame Greenhouse, Garden Portable Mini Greenhouse Cabinet, Raised Flower Planter Shelf Protection for Outdoor Indoor Use, 0760

MCombo Greenhouse Wooden Cold Frame Greenhouse, Garden Portable Mini Greenhouse Cabinet, Raised Flower Planter Shelf Protection for Outdoor Indoor Use, 0760 (White)

Mini Greenhouse, 47.2”(L) x31.5”(W) x47.2”(H) Greenhouses for Outdoors and Indoor, Durable Green House Kit with Window, Thicken PE Cover, Clear Mini Portable Garden Plant Green House

Mini Greenhouse for Indoor Outdoor Plants, Tabletop Portable Green House with Roll-up Zipper Door ,Small Grow Plant House Tent with Transparent PVC Cover 33.5”(L) x23.2”(W) x32.5”(H)

Mini Indoor Greenhouse Tabletop Garden Nursery Plant Cover Tent Humidity Domes for Home Gardening Germination and Seedling Propagation - 23x12x16.5 Inches

Palm Springs 4 -Tier Mini Greenhouse with Cover and Roll-up Zipper Door

Greengro Mini Greenhouse, 71" x 36" x 36" Portable Greenhouses for Outdoors with Roll-up Zipper Door, Ground Stakes & 20 T-Shaped Plant Tags, Waterproof UV-Resistant Green House for Indoor Outside

Mini Greenhouse with Grow Light , 4 Tier 27.2" ×19.9" ×61.8" Portable Greenhouse with Zippered for Seed Starting Trays , Dimmable 2ft 60W Plant Light for Indoor Plant with Timer(PLGH704OWPT)

Outsunny Outdoor Walk-in Mini Greenhouse with Mesh Door & Windows, Small Portable Garden Green House with 3 Tiers 6 Shelves, Trellis, & Plant Labels

VIVOSUN 57 x 29 x 77-Inch Mini Walk-in Greenhouse with Windows, Shelves and Anchors, Plant Garden Hot House

BACKYARD EXPRESSIONS PATIO · HOME · GARDEN 911217 Mini Greenhouse 4-Tier Growing Rack, Portable Carry/Storage Bag, Dark Green

Sunnydaze Outdoor Portable 3-Tier Mini Greenhouse with Roll-up Zippered Door and Steel Wire Shelves - Clear

Miracle-Gro 4'8" x 29" x 6'5" All-Season Mini Walk-in Greenhouse with 4 Wire Shelves for Outdoors, Easy-Access and Durable, Translucent

Indoor Greenhouse with Grow Lights,with 40W Full Spectrum Growing Lamps for Seed Starting, 5 Tier 15.7" L×11.8" W×62.3" H Mini Greenhouse，Grow Light Shelf with Tent and Thermometer

BPS Lean-to Walk-in Mini Greenhouse with PE Cover, Portable Hot House for Outdoor Plants, 6.7ft x 3.3ft x 7.2ft, White

Nuanchu 1 Piece Mini Greenhouse 19.7 x 10.2 Inch Portable Plant Flowers Mini Greenhouse Cover PVC Clear Greenhouse for Indoor Outdoor Gardening

Indoor Greenhouse with Grow Light, Portable 4 Tier Mini Greenhouse Tent with PVC Cover and Shelves for Seed Starting, Dimmable 30W Plant Growing Light, 61.827.119.2inch