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f you’ve followed my blog for a while, you already know that I’m a big book lover. In all the years I’ve been collecting books, I’ve rarely ever tossed one which means I have quite a few oldies but goodies on my bookshelf.
While recently browsing my bookshelves, I came across this book I bought more than a decade ago, back when I dreamed of one day having a potting shed of my own.
The Potting Shed was published in 1996 but it’s certainly a book that stands the test of time. This is such a pleasant read. The book is small (8″ X 8″, 95 pages) but it’s big in useful information, history and lovely, rustic photos.
It was nice to re-discover it on my shelf. 
All these years later, I still don’t have my own potting shed but the book re-discovery got me thinking about such things.
All these years later, I still don’t have my own potting shed but the book re-discovery got me thinking about such things.
Whether you call it a potting shed or a garden shed the purpose is the same.
Here are a few picturesque domains I found to dream and drool over including this rustic shed with a gorgeous, flower-lined walkway.
Photo source: Pinterest
This little shed screams weathered charm.
I love the cathedral-styled windows and while the siding is distressed, the appearance shines with old fashioned, vintage character.
Photo source: Better Homes and Gardens
Often, what’s inside the potting shed is as interesting as what’s on the outside.
I’m a sucker for great organization, even when it’s garden tools, galvanized buckets and country crates.
Photo source: ShelternessOoh-la-la! This garden shed reminds me of a little French boutique. Could this be any cuter?
The aggregate walk bumps right up to beautiful, diamond-patterned flooring. The striped valence with matching curtains pulled to the side add to the upscale presentation of this shed.
Photo source: Better Homes and GardensThe climbing roses caught my eye in this photo. I love the way these roses drape over the front of this shed giving it a country-cottage look.
It’s a simple structure and I think the plantings that surround it dresses it up quite nicely.
Photo source: InternetCould this beautifully arranged and organized garden supply space belong to anyone other than Martha Stewart?
Change a few items on the shelf and I think this space could possibly be mistaken for a family room.
Photo source: Martha Stewart for Home DepotAh, the versatility of peg board. Love the pale-colored, Robin’s egg blue against the white wood paneled wall.
Definitely a photo fit for any magazine with just the right pops of color.
Photo source: Apartment Therapy
There’s that blue again.
Another well-organized wall with all tools and supplies at your fingertips.
Photo source: City Lady, Country GirlWhen is a mud room not used for mud? When it’s transformed into a potting area instead.
Beautiful garden sink and cabinetry along with purposeful, well-stocked shelves.
Photo source: IndulgyIf your neighborhood Homeowner’s Association frowns upon sheds and structures, a garden bench may be the answer.
They’re functional, attractive and take up little space.
Photo source: Senoia’s Idea House
Here’s another beautifully organized staging area with a sink to boot.
Creating floral arrangements and potted plants would be a pleasure if working an a nice dedicated space like this.
Photo source: Martha StewartOK, I don’t think the photo below necessarily represents a potting area, but since there are terra cotta pots featured I figured I can use it.
I’m always studying photo styling and I just love the simple, country look presented in this shot.
Photo source: Country Living
This shed almost looks like a little dollhouse.
It’s adorable and the little window boxes are a perfect touch. I’d love to know that this looks like on the inside.
Photo source: This Old House
The grounds in this photo are as desirable as the little cottage-style garden house.
Love all the pretty wildflowers which add casual landscaping to this shed.
Photo source: Better Homes and Gardens
Finally, talk about color splash.
The bold, colorful stripes in this potting shed give this space vivid pop with a flair that’s super mod.
Photo source: Country LivingMeanwhile, all this talk of garden sheds makes me want to get back to gardening myself.
I used to belong to a gardening book club so I’ve built up a good collection of related books on the topic. I think it’s a good time to look back over some of those good reads.
So, do you have a potting area or garden shed?
Do you have any gardening projects or plans on the horizon? ♥
Oh I love the look of vintage potting sheds! I wish I did own one, all I have is a small potting table. I have so many gardening ideas, yet no garden. This is the second year we’ve not planted a garden…I feel empty *laughing* Thanks for the inspiration!
Well, I’m glad you put those pictures on. It absolute changes the view of a garden, and besides the practical use, also gives a focus point. Or it can be just a hiding, secret place.
LOVELY! I really, really want a garden lol
I do! We have a little well house on our property with an antique door. It has a simple three light, glass window and skeleton keyed brass door knob. I’ve always wanted to paint the door cornflower blue and polish up that brass doorknob and its faceplate… I finally started the project and I am almost done! Well, the outside anyway. The job when it is finished will have the inside dirt floor laid with brick, the walls whitewashed inside and a lovely vine on a trellis growing up the side next to the door. Oh yes, and we made a potting bench last summer which sits on the other side of the little house under the shade of the dogwood tree.
I can’t wait to see what you make for your yard. I know it will be very special! ~ Lynda
What a fun and timely post Lisa! The potting shed pictures you have chosen are all beautiful — I would LOVE to have one. Sadly, I live in one of “those” neighborhoods. My sister has an cute little shed though — I posted about it years ago on my original blog: http://www.thimbleanna.blogspot.com/2007/06/garden-shed.html Happy Gardening to You!!!
Oh I love these! I am always pinning them on Pinterest! Thanks for sharing with us!
Oh, thanks for sharing the potting shed inspiration. I do not have one (yet), but one of my neighbors a few doors down the pathway from us has such a lovely one with gardens to match. I covet them! Must practice self-control. Our backyard agenda item this summer is to rebuild and add to our existing deck.
Ich tue! Wir haben ein kleines Haus auch auf unserem Grundstück mit einer antiken Tür. Es hat eine einfache drei Licht-, Glas-Fenster-und Skeleton-keyed Messing Türgriff. Ich wollte schon immer um die Tür zu Kornblumenblau malen und aufpolieren, dass Messing Türgriff und seine Faceplate …
Nun, ich bin froh, dass Sie setzen diese Bilder auf. Es absoluten Veränderungen den Blick auf einen Garten, und neben dem praktischen Nutzen, gibt auch einen Fokuspunkt.