The greenhouse got a bit of a makeover in the landscape department a few months ago. Including a place to grow veggies, to pot a few plants and even a place to sit and relax for a bit. I am excited to share with you today- go grab a cup of coffee and come take a first look at the new greenhouse garden.
The Greenhouse
You already know this area of our yard well- I have shared our greenhouse and the garden area that sits just in front of it on either side of the path several times.
But I haven’t shared the sides or the back of the greenhouse before because… well, they haven’t been so pretty. This area of our property is one that sizzles in summer.
HOT HOT HOT which means the green grass that starts out there in spring- is brown and mostly dirt by July. It isn’t the prettiest and we have not done too much with the sides and back.
Until now.
The Before
Sparse grass and lots of dirt and not much else.
So when our partner Home Depot out about doing a gardening project with Vigoro which is all garden all the time – plants, soil, landscape, etc- and which is sold exclusively at Home Depot- we were pretty excited to tackle this project. Home Depot is making doing those garden and home projects so easy right now with online order and delivery for everything – including plants and lumber- and also curbside pick up.
The Design
Once we had created the outline of the area- we decided how many raised boxes we would need and what the overall design plan was- and ordered everything to get started.
These cedar raised planter beds were a perfect fit in size and style- and so easy to build.
You might already be familiar with the plants I love to have in our gardens- and lavenders, rosemary, sage, etc are on repeat often – and we also added organic veggies, fruit plants and wee little olive trees. We ordered several flats of the small plants and some larger plants. A tip is to call your local store and speak with someone in the garden department who can help with what plants they have on hand that you can order and have delivered.
We also were looking for hardscape elements- like Vigoro pea pebbles to create a gravel path.
And of course, bags of potting soil and plant food.
After building the boxes- we lined the bottoms of the boxes with landscape fabric and filled them with potting soil – and then it was time to start having some fun with planting.
We created various themes in the planter boxes.
One with lettuce and herbs another with lavender and even some pretty shrubs and flowers for clipping for arrangements.
And also designed an area for doing a bit of potting
and a spot to sit and enjoy a couple quiet moments.
On the side of the greenhouse garden area- we added a pea gravel pathway and 6 half whiskey barrels (similar) for planters and continued the picket fence along the side to create an enclosed area.
In each barrel- we planted small olive trees and thyme.
We also added in a few lavenders in between and of course – some twinkle lights. You know that every area gets a bit of twinkle ambiance over here.
The New Look
I am so excited with how this garden area turned out!
At the end of the olive tree pathway- the back of the greenhouse area opens up a raised bed garden.
I love the simplicity of these raised beds- and the structure and support they offer for holding a lot potting soil and plants. And these willow cloches in the beds are so cute while protecting the plants.
An antique table serves as a simple potting or clipping processing table while antique French bee skeps add that touch of French charm I love.
Pea gravel underfoot is one of my favorite looks.
In the back- a pair of wicker chairs and potted olive trees create a charming spot to sit.
As I mentioned- this is how the greenhouse garden started in early spring- and it has grown in and changed so much already- and we are expanding it even more.
I will share an updated look soon- and stay tuned for much more greenhouse garden inspiration coming your way. And stay tuned for an evening video walk through on Instagram coming your way as well.
What do you think of how this area turned out?
* Disclosure –
I partnered with Home Depot & Vigoro to create this greenhouse garden area but all opinions and design are my own.
Sharon says
Very welcoming and appealing! I am really liking this pck up opton for all of my garden needs, and home depot has so much of what of what i need for my plant passion.
Courtney says
YES!! It is SO easy- I that they are delivering plants and everything you could need too.
Eileen says
Gorgeous BEYOND belief!!
Courtney says
So kind of you Eileen- thank you!
Karen Mary says
How beautiful — and inspiring! Love the gravel and the galvanized tubs and the plants you chose. thanks for sharing it!
Courtney says
Thank you! It was such a fun project to work on.
Bettie says
Oh i love PRETTY gardens too! What are names if the tall blue floWers and the tall purple?
Love, love your creativity!
Susie says
Those are Both lavender. There are 3 main types; English, French and Spanish lavender, and all are easy to grow. They are good for attracting bees and butterflies.
Courtney says
We have several different lavender – I would look up which type grows best in your area. Some have done better than others here.
Sherry says
Just beautiful!
Job well done!
Im getting some lights-they add so much to an Already BEAUTIFUL garDen!
Ardell says
Love it. I love the pea gravel and all the whiskey barrels with olive trees. Love Home Depot…also love the potting table. Its all beautiful.
Courtney says
Thank you Ardell! The potting table is a vintage one- you can see it inside the greenhouse in my new book. 🙂
Diane Ruebel says
Olive trees and lavender … what could be more fragrant and inviting? I love the addition of the bee skeps…so French!
Courtney says
It smells so good! I love them too!
Ginger says
It gorgeous couRtneY! Raised planteres arr the waY to go! And adore the pea gravel and
The little pea out there helping!
Courtney says
Sweet Pea loves the new garden area too! 🙂
Pam says
it looks Awesome, just beautiful .
Courtney says
Thanks Pamela!
aussie jo says
Looks bloody good
Courtney says
Thank you!
ti says
So very nice! What about the picket fencing… where did you find that please?
Courtney says
You can get them at Home Depot!! 🙂
https://www.homedepot.com/p/3-1-2-ft-x-8-ft-Cedar-Spaced-French-Gothic-Fence-Panel-318736/303864002
alison johnson says
Courtney thjis space is beautiful I love the rasied beds and so simple to make you inspire me thank you!! by the way i have just received my book can’t wait to sit on my porch and read it!
Courtney says
Hi Alison! Thank you!! I love the raised beds too- they are so pretty! And yay!! I hope you like the book!! 🙂
Pam says
Your garden is beautiful. Where did yOu find the bee skeps? So pretty!
Courtney says
I found them on eBay of all places! They are French. 🙂
Danielle Driscoll says
SO beautiful, Courtney, your garden is so relaxing and romantic xx
Courtney says
Hey Danielle! Hope all is well! Thank you – it is such a fun place to play!
margaret trakimas says
Enjoyed your cottage garden. thanks margaret
Courtney says
Thank you Margaret!
Ti says
So pretty! Would you mind sharing about your picket fence? Please and thanks so much!
Courtney says
Hi Ti! Sure, they are pre-made fence panels. We actually had several of them already- but were able to grab a few more at Home Depot as well. They are just around $33 per panel here. 🙂 Hope that helps!
Denise says
Love it, great job.
Courtney says
Thank you Denise!
Patricia Harkness says
Beautiful…WHERE DID YOU GET YOUR WICKER CLOCHES?
Courtney says
The one in the planter is from Home Depot- currently out of stock. The bee skeps are from France.
Nancy Bailey says
Wow Courtney – this post could not have been more timely. We are in the process of designing the garden area around our new GREENHOUSE and YOU have given me so many great suggestions. We have a local Home Depot, but with isolation our retail shopping has been curtailed. I didn’t know it would Deliver free! Thank you for your continued inspirational pictures and wonderful posts.
Courtney says
Oh that is wonderful Nancy! You will have so much fun putting your new garden in- enjoy!!
Happy haute home says
COurtney, your garden is divine, Love everything you have done!
Courtney says
Thank you Denise!
Lynette Jacobsen says
It’s beautiful!!
Courtney says
Thank you!
Diana says
This is wonderful Courtney, but I had no idea that you could put olive trees outside. Will you have to take them inside in the winter?
Miche Ortega says
Absolutely beautiful, cOURTNEY! i love the pea gravel. wILL it EVENTUALLY WASH AWAY? i JUST LOVE YOUR INSPIRATION. yOUR WORK IS PRIMO!
Courtney says
I don’t think so. We have pea gravel patios and walkways all around the house and they have been here for several years.
Susie says
Absolutely Charming! I love the look! The planter boxes with the lavender is a great idea! You’ve inspired me! I received your French Country cottage book a few months ago and have loved every page!
Courtney says
Thanks so much Susie- I am so glad that you like it! I hope that you enjoy my new book as well! 🙂
DEBRA EISENBERG says
Truly ENCHANTING & INGENIOUS! The bee skeps are unique & offer the finishing touch to this massive makeover. TOWN & COUNTRY would LOVE this. Hope you’ll record a video tour where we see you and the garden. Gorgeous!
Courtney says
Yes!! Some video tours coming soon!
Barbara Borowy says
It’s all so pretty – but – I love the little dog!
Courtney says
We love her too! 🙂
Kathryn Besarany says
Courtney. Last night I found you on Youtube. That was fun to watch. Good luck with your book. I love it. Thanks Kathryn
Courtney says
How fun Kathryn! Youtube is just getting going for my blog- but enjoying making videos to share more about what I am working on. Side note- just packed up your thank you gifts- they will be on the way tomorrow. 🙂
jill says
Pretty! but what really caught my eye was that adorable furry person…the perfect addition to the photos!
Courtney says
Sweet Pea is a such a sweetie for sure!
Michelle Posner says
Hi courTney!
Not sure why this reads in all caps, but i imagine that compliments read well no matter what;)…
your work is iNspiRed as well as inspiring! I know it when i want to hyperventilate from what i am seeing and the anticipation of what I will see next. I found you on a search for ideas for Parisian style outdoor lounge FURNITURE, but in doing so i discovered our mutual love of pea gravel! I have about 4 tons of It on my driveway at this very moment and would love to know How you lay yours, (ontop of tamped crushed sTone or Just leveled ground with the fabric and then the pea Gravel?) Even though i have hired someone to do the job, i prefer to have other opinions and options;)
Thank you in advance for your help, You’ve made my day!
Michelle
Courtney says
I am obsessed with pea gravel also- such a great ground cover!! We level the ground and use fabric then pea gravel- we do have to replenish after a few years if the area gets a lot of traffic so for a driveway I would recommend some kind of hard layer underneath to keep it firm.
Michele M says
Once again, you have created perfectly dreamy.
love it love it love it
Courtney says
Thank you!
Margie Cox says
How do you keep weeds from growing up thru the gravel? Do you need to put ground cover under it?
Courtney says
Landscape fabric is great for helping to keep it under control. This area didn’t have much growing here since it so hot also.
Sara Peterson says
Dear Courtney,
What you have created in your garden is stunning!! I just want to visit with a bottle of champagne in handand stay awhile! So inviting!
I wanted to ask if you would share where you found your wicker chairs. they are lovely and I have the perfect spot for them at my home.
Just received your fabulous book and can’t wait to sit down and lose myself in it! Thank you for all you do!
Courtney says
Thank you so much Sara!! I don’t remember where exactly we found them- but I would try places like Overstock or Wayfair maybe.
Laura says
Love, love your raised garden, and all the touches that make it so invIting and special. The picket fence, bee skeps, olive trees, lavender!!
I was thinking about this last night and wondering how you are going to water this large area?
Thinking too, that I need another row or two of lumber, so I dont Have to bend over! 😋
Kathy Gaughran says
I’m in love . BeautifulThis would become My place for manythings,I want to do raised beds this year love the look and the way you can maintainn it bette
Betty says
Courtney, I love your boxes & pea gravel. How is it working with chairs setting on it. Are you able to move the chairs around EASILY? I’m thinking about using The gravel also & value your opinion about its use.
Betty says
Courtney, I love your boxes & the use of pea gravel. I was wondering if ItS fairly easy having & moving chairs around on it. I’m thinking abouT doing this just below my deck in the back yard. You have Created the perfect spot to sit & enjoy your garden.
Courtney says
Hi Betty!
I don’t find it too difficult to move the furniture. You can drag it but it does leave a line in the gravel-but easy to just smooth it over after you are done. And if you can lift the chairs just a bit -depending on type of furniture- that can be easy to do too. I hope that helps!
Susan Nicholson says
Courtney, YoUr garden is beautiful and inviting! Everything you have done to your home and property Is Enchanting, love your style.
Bettie says
Love it!
Lisa Anderson says
Love the entire look, especially the lavender. What do you do yearly to maintain the lavender, does it need trimming back?
Karen B. says
Courtney,
This is wonderful. It looks charming and will be so practical for the herbs and vegetables you are able to gross.
xo,
Karen
Darlene says
AbsOlutely charming!
Whiskey barreLs aRe great for trees and olive trees are a favorite
Of minE love the leaves! ADding Branches To flower arrangements are Great attention GetTers and add a lovely touch.
Sorry Caps were not intentional???