Before moving on to Indoor Greenhouse, let’s have an idea about a greenhouse. Simply, Greenhouse is a closed structure where we used to grow plants. The size can be very small to very large according to its use. They provide ideal conditions for a plant to grow. Modern Greenhouses have walls and a roof made from a transparent material such as plastic or glass, which allow light in and help to facilitate an ideal climate condition for plants to grow. Particularly, We can regulate the temperature, sunlight exposure, humidity, and other conditions specifically suitable for a certain plant. This allows better growth and harvesting and minimizes the risk of plant death.
How a Greenhouse Works
The plants inside a greenhouse are exposing to sunlight through glass or transparent plastic roofs and walls. The intensity of light is controlled to the ideal conditions of the plants inside. It maintains the temperature artificially if the ideal temperature is not achievable with sunlight. In such cases, Coolers or heaters are used. Some greenhouses use steam to control the temperature. So a greenhouse can be too hot or too cold, this varies with the plant inside it. In some cases, Advanced ventilating systems or simple ventilating systems are used. We can see openings in the roof that can be controlled mechanically. The perfect environment for a certain plant is creating inside a greenhouse. There are automatic or Smart greenhouses as well as ordinary greenhouses. Most modern greenhouses are Smart. Ordinary greenhouses require human supervision.
Particularly, Greenhouse managers are responsible for the operation of the greenhouse. The greenhouse manager monitors the temperature, humidity, sunlight, and airflow and keeps them at optimal levels. But, modern greenhouses aka smart greenhouses can run on their own without any supervision. A computer collects the data inside the greenhouse and automatically adjusts the factors and maintains the ideal climate inside the greenhouse. But large-scale greenhouses require human supervision.
Here is our article on Smart Indoor Greenhouse – A walkthrough
Are Indoor Greenhouses possible?
It depends on the plants you grow. You have to choose plants that require low sunlight and no need to water often. Some plants suitable for indoor greenhouses are Aloe Vera, Pothos, Jade plant, Spider plants, Dracena, and much more.
So short answer is yes, but you can not grow any plant in an indoor greenhouse. If you are not planning to start with a smart indoor greenhouse you have to dedicate yourself to it. It requires your supervision and contact monitoring. You have to check the soil moisture levels, Sunlight, Humidity, and other factors. It is like taking care of a child.
Read here on how to build your own greenhouse
Advantages of Indoor greenhouse
No effect of Climate and weather
We can grow any indoor plant regardless of the climate. Particularly, we can grow plants during the winter and autumn seasons. Bad weather destruct plants. But in an indoor greenhouse, the plants are protected from bad weather.
No need for large spaces
We can build an indoor greenhouse of any size. The size does not matter.
Easy pest control
We can easily and clearly identify the pest attacks due to the small space. So we can get rid of it easily in the early stages. No need to use dangerous and toxic pesticides that are harmful to the health and environment
Relaxing and relieves stress
Studies found that having an indoor greenhouse reduces mental stress and gives a relaxed mind.
Disadvantages of an Indoor greenhouse
The main disadvantage is we must handle it with care. Furthermore, If you are passionate about gardening, there are no disadvantages.
Overview
The indoor greenhouse is the best option for indoor gardening. With a little effort and a small initial investment, we can start an indoor greenhouse. Besides the dedication to it, it is a good investment for your mental health as well.
