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10 Creative Ways Yoderbilt Customers Are Using Their Greenhouses

Jul 1, 2025

10 Creative Ways Yoderbilt Customers Are Using Their Greenhouses

AUTHOR
Shannon Walker

When most people think about owning a greenhouse, they imagine trays of seedlings, rows of herbs, and the satisfaction of growing their own food. But for many Yoderbilt Greenhouse owners, the possibilities have gone far beyond traditional gardening.

Thanks to thoughtful design, handcrafted charm, and unmatched durability, our greenhouses are more than just functional—they’re beautiful, versatile backyard spaces that have become central to how our customers live, gather, and grow.

In this post, we’re highlighting real-life, creative ways our customers have used their Yoderbilt Greenhouses—from dinner parties to photography studios—and how you might do the same.

A Yoderbilt greenhouse with a table set up for an event inside.

1. Host Intimate Dinners or Garden Parties

With twinkle lights overhead, soft music, and fresh florals from the surrounding garden, many Yoderbilt customers have transformed their greenhouses into charming dinner party venues.

  • Think: farmhouse table, vintage dishes, charcuterie boards, and a warm glow through the polycarbonate walls.
  • Perfect for: birthdays, anniversaries, bridal showers, or “just because” dinners with friends.

Some customers host seasonal supper clubs in their greenhouses, giving guests an unforgettable experience rooted in slow living and beautiful surroundings.

2. Rent It Out as a Photography Studio

Thanks to their soft, diffused natural light, Yoderbilt Greenhouses have become go-to backdrops for professional photographers.

  • Family sessions
  • Senior portraits
  • Maternity or engagement shoots
  • Styled seasonal mini sessions

Some owners have even turned their greenhouse into a side hustle, renting it out by the hour or per day to photographers in their community. Others use the space to launch their own photography business.

Katie Ogelsby Yoderbilt Greenhouse

3. Create a Personal Wellness or Yoga Retreat

With plants surrounding you, natural light filtering in, and quiet all around, a greenhouse makes a surprisingly ideal space for:

  • Morning yoga or stretching
  • Meditation and journaling
  • Breathwork and devotional time

Several Yoderbilt owners have added a comfy chair, a small table, and a cozy rug to create a peaceful daily retreat—one that feels far from the chaos of everyday life, even just steps away from home.

4. Use as a Creative Studio or Workspace

Your greenhouse doesn’t have to be just for gardening—it can be a haven for creativity.

  • Paint with inspiration from nature
  • Arrange flowers for your floral business
  • Make candles, soaps, or handmade goods
  • Write, blog, or design in a plant-filled setting

The bright, airy vibe makes it a space where creativity flows.

Herbs and a gardening container on top of a gardening table

5. Launch a Small Garden-Based Business

Your greenhouse can be the heart of a profitable side business. Yoderbilt customers have used theirs for:

  • Selling starter plants and seedlings
  • Hosting plant sales or seasonal markets
  • Teaching gardening classes or workshops
  • Offering greenhouse tours and experiences

One customer began hosting “Plant & Sip” nights, inviting guests to pot up herbs and sip wine—a fun, low-stress event that grew her customer base and brought in meaningful income.

6. Pair With a Coop for a Full Backyard Homestead

If you’ve added (or are dreaming of adding) a Yoderbilt Chicken Coop, pairing it with your greenhouse creates a beautifully functional homestead hub.

  • Chickens provide compostable bedding and natural fertilizer
  • The greenhouse extends your growing season
  • Together, they promote a more sustainable, self-sufficient lifestyle

Some customers have even added a compost bin and rain barrel system nearby for the full regenerative setup.

Collage with a photo of a 12x16 Legacy Yoderbilt Greenhouse and a Yoderbilt Chicken Coop DeVille

7. Throw Seasonal Celebrations or Holiday Events

Your greenhouse can become a magical gathering space for:

  • Fall harvest parties
  • Christmas greenhouse dinners
  • Spring baby showers or Easter brunch
  • New Year’s Eve under the stars

Decorate with candles, garlands, and greenery for events that feel elevated yet deeply personal. One customer even hosted a winter engagement party in their greenhouse, complete with heaters, cocoa, and string lights.

Exterior of a Yoderbilt Greenhouse with holiday decor. Poinsettia garland lines the roof and the deck on front features a Christmas tree, large ornaments, and a bench.

8. Use an AnyPet™ Shelter as a Luxe Animal Lounge

Yoderbilt's AnyPet™ Shelters offer the same quality craftsmanship and design—perfect for:

  • Goats, rabbits, mini pigs, barn cats
  • Animal rescue efforts or 4-H projects
  • Creating a shaded grooming or feed station

9. Turn It Into a Teaching Tool

Teachers, homeschool families, and youth leaders have used their Yoderbilt structures to:

  • Teach plant science and sustainability
  • Inspire curiosity in kids
  • Host weekly gardening clubs or field trip days

10. Film Content for Your Blog, Brand, or Business

In the age of reels, YouTube, and Pinterest, your greenhouse becomes a stunning content backdrop.

  • Share gardening tutorials
  • Launch a greenhouse lifestyle blog
  • Record peaceful daily routines or devotional content

Many Yoderbilt customers have said that their greenhouse helped them feel more confident sharing online—because the space feels beautiful, peaceful, and true to who they are.

Exterior of a Yoderbilt greenhouse with an attached porch.

Why It Works: A Beautiful, Functional, Fully Assembled Space—Delivered with Care

The magic of these ideas is that they’re possible because of the quality and design of a Yoderbilt Greenhouse. Every structure is:

  • Handcrafted in the USA
  • Delivered fully assembled—ready to use that same day
  • Built with high-quality materials like pressure-treated wood and polycarbonate
  • Backed by a family-owned team that cares about your dreams as much as you do

You’re not just getting a structure. You’re getting a backdrop for a more beautiful life.

Your Yoderbilt Greenhouse can absolutely be a place to grow plants—but it can also be a place to grow memories, ideas, creativity, income, and peace. Whether you’re hosting a garden dinner, filming your next reel, or teaching a neighbor how to start seeds, the possibilities go far beyond the soil.

This isn’t just about gardening. This is about creating a life you love—right in your own backyard.

Ready to Bring the Vision to Life? Contact us today!

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