16+ Inspiring Indoor Gardening Activities Ideas

Indoor gardening is a wonderful way to bring a touch of nature into your home, regardless of the season. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a budding enthusiast, these activities will cultivate your love for greenery.

1. Host a Plant Swap Party

Building community through a fun plant swap.
Building community through a fun plant swap.

Exchange plants and cuttings with friends for a diverse collection. I hosted a plant swap last spring, and it was a hit with everyone leaving with new green buddies.

Check these products out:

  • Indoor Plant Starter Kit: Kickstart your plant swap with this kit, perfect for cultivating cuttings into thriving plants.
  • Decorative Plant Pots: Enhance your plant swap experience with beautiful pots, ideal for showcasing your new green friends.
  • Plant Label Set: Make plant identification a breeze with these handy labels, perfect for any swap gathering.

2. Start a Seedling Station

Tiny seedlings promising a lush future.
Tiny seedlings promising a lush future.

Watching seedlings sprout is pure magic. I encourage beginners to start with easy seeds like lettuce or sunflowers, which germinate quickly and provide instant gratification.

A few suggestions:

  • Seed Starting Tray Kit: Experience effortless seedling growth with this tray kit, perfect for easy transplantation and organization.
  • LED Grow Light for Indoor Plants: Boost your seedlings’ growth with efficient LED lighting, ideal for indoor gardening enthusiasts.
  • Organic Potting Soil Mix: Ensure healthy seedling growth with nutrient-rich organic soil, suitable for all types of seeds.

3. Grow Microgreens

Nutrient-packed microgreens ready for harvest.
Nutrient-packed microgreens ready for harvest.

Microgreens are a powerhouse of nutrition and can be grown on your kitchen counter. I once introduced a friend to microgreens, and now they’re a staple in her salads.

Explore these options:

  • Microgreens Growing Kit: Start growing microgreens effortlessly with this all-in-one kit designed for beginners.
  • Organic Microgreens Seeds: Boost your salads with vibrant, organic microgreens using these high-quality seeds.
  • Countertop Grow Light: Ensure optimal growth for your microgreens with this adjustable, energy-efficient grow light.

4. Start a Mushroom Kit

Homegrown mushrooms ready for culinary adventures.
Homegrown mushrooms ready for culinary adventures.

Growing mushrooms indoors is surprisingly simple and rewarding. I’ve had clients who were thrilled to add homegrown mushrooms to their gourmet dishes.

These products might be useful:

  • Indoor Mushroom Growing Kit: Easily grow gourmet mushrooms at home with this beginner-friendly indoor kit. Start your harvest now!
  • Mushroom Substrate: Optimize your mushroom growth with high-quality substrate. Perfect for all skill levels in indoor gardening!
  • Mushroom Spawn: Boost your indoor mushroom yield with premium spawn. Enhance your kitchen garden effortlessly!

5. Grow an Indoor Cactus Garden

A stylish and low-maintenance cactus display.
A stylish and low-maintenance cactus display.

Cacti are perfect for those who love low-maintenance plants. I enjoy creating cactus gardens with different varieties for a striking desert vibe indoors.

May just do the trick:

  • Decorative Rectangular Plant Pot: Elevate your cacti with a stylish pot that complements any decor and saves space.
  • Assorted Cactus and Succulent Set: Create diversity in your garden with a variety of easy-care cacti and succulents.
  • Natural Decorative Pebbles: Enhance your cacti’s appearance with decorative pebbles for a natural, desert-like finish.

6. Create a Windowsill Herb Garden

Aromatic herbs thriving on a sunny kitchen windowsill.
Aromatic herbs thriving on a sunny kitchen windowsill.

There’s nothing like the aroma of fresh herbs right at your fingertips. My clients love growing basil and mint on their kitchen windowsills for easy access while cooking.

A few choices to try:

  • Self-Watering Herb Planters: Keep your herbs hydrated effortlessly with these self-watering planters for a stress-free garden.
  • Indoor Grow Light for Herbs: Ensure adequate light for your windowsill herbs with a compact, efficient indoor grow light.
  • Organic Herb Seed Kit: Start your herb garden with this organic seed kit and enjoy fresh herbs at home.

7. Design a Terrarium

A miniature ecosystem captured in a glass terrarium.
A miniature ecosystem captured in a glass terrarium.

Terrariums are like tiny worlds of wonder in glass. I’ve crafted terrariums with clients using succulents and moss, creating miniature landscapes that captivate the imagination.

Useful items to consider:

  • Glass Terrarium Container: Create your own tiny world with a beautiful glass terrarium, perfect for any décor style.
  • Terrarium Plant Kit: Get started with a terrarium plant kit, including a variety of succulents and moss.
  • Terrarium Gardening Tools: Enhance your terrarium crafting with essential gardening tools designed for intricate landscaping.

8. Build a Vertical Garden

Maximize space with a thriving vertical garden.
Maximize space with a thriving vertical garden.

Vertical gardens are ideal for tiny spaces, adding greenery without taking up floor space. I’ve repurposed old ladders and shelves to create lush vertical displays for small apartments.

Check if these fit your needs:

  • Wall-Mounted Planter Shelves: Maximize vertical space with stylish shelves, perfect for small plants and herbs.
  • Self-Watering Plant Pots: Reduce maintenance with self-watering pots, keeping your plants hydrated and healthy.
  • Indoor LED Grow Lights: Ensure optimal plant growth indoors with energy-efficient LED grow lights.

9. Experiment with Hydroponics

Soil-free gardening with a hydroponic setup.
Soil-free gardening with a hydroponic setup.

Hydroponics is a fascinating way to grow plants without soil. I once set up a small hydroponic system for a friend, and now she enjoys fresh herbs year-round.

These products might help:

  • Indoor Hydroponic Garden Kit: Grow your own fresh herbs easily with this compact indoor hydroponic garden kit.
  • Nutrient Solution for Hydroponics: Ensure healthy plant growth with this essential nutrient solution for hydroponic systems.
  • LED Grow Lights for Hydroponics: Boost plant growth with LED grow lights specially designed for hydroponic setups.

10. Introduce Kids to Gardening with a Seed Jar

Engaging children's curiosity with a seed jar experiment.
Engaging children’s curiosity with a seed jar experiment.

Seed jars are a fantastic way to teach kids about plant growth. Watching seeds sprout in a jar filled with cotton wool is a favorite activity during my workshops.

Possibly handy products:

  • Glass Mason Jars: Choose sturdy mason jars for the perfect seed-jar project. Easy to clean and reusable!
  • Cotton Wool Balls: Get cotton wool balls for simple and effective seed germination in your DIY seed jar.
  • Organic Sprouting Seeds: Discover easy-to-grow sprouting seeds and watch your little garden come to life.

11. Craft a Kitchen Scrap Garden

Turning kitchen scraps into fresh produce.
Turning kitchen scraps into fresh produce.

Regrowing plants from kitchen scraps is both fun and economical. Kids I know love seeing celery and green onions come back to life in just a few days!

Items that may come in handy:

  • Glass Mason Jars: Start regrowing kitchen scraps by using glass mason jars for an easy and stylish setup.
  • LED Grow Light: Boost plant growth with a compact LED grow light to ensure healthy indoor regrowth.
  • Plant Fertilizer Sticks: Enhance your kitchen scrap garden’s growth with easy-to-use plant fertilizer sticks.

12. Make a Japanese Moss Ball (Kokedama)

A beautiful kokedama showcasing nature's elegance.
A beautiful kokedama showcasing nature’s elegance.

Kokedama is an elegant way to display plants, perfect for hanging or as a centerpiece. I love creating these with clients using ferns and orchids for a touch of the exotic.

Products that could assist:

  • Sphagnum Moss: Get high-quality sphagnum moss to create the perfect base for your Kokedama masterpiece.
  • Bonsai Soil Mix: Use a specialized bonsai soil mix to ensure proper drainage and healthy plant growth.
  • Hanging Plant Hook: Install a sturdy hanging plant hook to beautifully display your Kokedama in any room.

13. Try Upcycled Planters

Creative and sustainable upcycled planters.
Creative and sustainable upcycled planters.

Turn everyday items into unique planters for a sustainable twist. I’ve used teacups and old boots as planters, each with its own quirky charm.

A few helpful options:

  • Decorative Teacups for Planting: Transform your indoor garden using decorative teacups, adding charm and character to any room.
  • Vintage Boots for Planters: Repurpose old boots into unique planters for a quirky, eco-friendly gardening display.
  • Succulent Planting Kit: Use a succulent planting kit to effortlessly create vibrant upcycled planters at home.

14. Make Your Own Plant Markers

Personalized plant markers for a charming garden.
Personalized plant markers for a charming garden.

Add a personal touch to your garden with DIY plant markers. I’ve used painted stones and wooden spoons, which my clients find both practical and adorable.

Maybe worth checking out:

  • Acrylic Paint Set: Unleash creativity with vibrant acrylic paints for charming and colorful plant markers.
  • Wooden Spoons Craft Pack: Get crafty with wooden spoons for unique and personalized garden markers.
  • Paint Brushes Variety Set: Achieve fine details on plant markers with a versatile set of quality paint brushes.

15. Create Plant Art

Artistic expressions with natural elements.
Artistic expressions with natural elements.

Incorporate plants into your art projects for a creative twist. I’ve helped families make leaf prints and pressed flower frames that add a personal touch to their decor.

Some ideas to consider:

  • Leaf Press Kit: Preserve leaves effortlessly for your art projects. Add a natural touch to your home decor.
  • Pressed Flower Frame: Display your pressed flowers in style. Elevate your decor with this elegant frame.
  • Paint Brush Set for Crafts: Enhance your plant art with versatile brushes. Perfect for detailed leaf painting.

16. Create a Fairy Garden

A magical miniature landscape to spark imagination.
A magical miniature landscape to spark imagination.

Fairy gardens are whimsical and delightful for kids and adults alike. I helped a neighbor create one, complete with tiny houses and pathways, and it became the centerpiece of their living room.

You might give these a try:

  • Miniature Fairy Garden Houses: Enhance your fairy garden with charming miniature houses, creating a magical living room attraction.
  • Small Decorative Pathway Stones: Add whimsical paths to your fairy garden using these decorative stones for a completed look.
  • Indoor Fairy Garden Plants: Add lush greenery to your fairy garden with indoor plants, bringing nature into your home.

Text: Joyce Peterson