Quick answer
A potting shed has a lot of glazing on one side so you can raise seedlings and pot on under cover, with solid walls for storing tools and compost. Look at how much glass it has, which way it will face, whether staging or a bench is included and whether you want a separate store.
A potting shed sits between a shed and a greenhouse. If you are not sure which you need, read potting shed vs greenhouse. For layout ideas, see shed storage and potting shed ideas.
Who a potting shed suits
- Gardeners who grow from seed and want a bright place to work.
- Gardens with space for one building, not a shed and a greenhouse.
- Anyone who wants a nicer-looking building than a plain shed.
What to look for in a potting shed
- Glazing: from a glazed front, like the Suresheds Cotterdale, to a full glass roof on the Sovereign Glastonbury.
- Staging and benches: some come ready to use. The Power Apex Potting Shed and Power Premium potting sheds include two-tier shelving, the Cotterdale has an internal work bench and Shedlands potting sheds have slatted staging.
- Ventilation: opening windows help on warm days. The Shedlands Sunpent has one in each end.
- Roof: apex or pent. A pent potting shed can sit with its back to a fence and glazing to the sun.
- Storage: combi buildings have a lockable side store for the mower and tools.
- Base: most brands sell a matching base kit. See sheds with a base.
Potting sheds we sell
- Power Sheds – Power Apex Potting Shed: apex potting shed with built-in two-tier shelving.
- Power Sheds – Power Pent Potting Shed: pent potting shed that fits easily against a wall or fence.
- Power Sheds – Power Apex Premium Potting Shed: pressure-treated, 58x44mm frame, two-tier shelving included.
- Power Sheds – Power Pent Potting Shed Combi: potting end with two-tier staging plus a 4ft or 6ft lockable side store.
- Suresheds – Cotterdale: large glass-fronted area, internal work bench and one opening window.
- Suresheds – Kettlewell Potting Shed: sister to the Cotterdale with opening windows and a choice of apex or pent roof.
- Shedlands – Potting Shed: stable door, opening window and full-length slatted staging.
- Shedlands – Sunpent: opening window in each end and slatted staging under the windows.
- Sovereign – The Glastonbury Glass Roof Potter: glass roof for far more light than a solid roof.
- Sovereign – The Frome Maxi Potter: larger potting shed with generous space for staging and benches.
Before you order
- Measure your space and leave room to walk round the building. Our shed sizes guide explains nominal and actual sizes.
- Every timber building needs a firm, level base. See choosing and preparing a base.
- Check the height rules with our planning permission checker, especially if you are close to a boundary.
- Want a price for a building plus extras in one go? Use Build Your Quote.
- Want a full greenhouse instead? Browse our greenhouses.
- Browse the full range in garden sheds.
Common questions
Which way should a potting shed face?
Face the glazing towards the light, ideally south or west in the UK, and avoid deep shade from trees or fences.
What is a potting shed combi?
A building with a glazed potting area at one end and a separate lockable store at the other, so tools and the mower are kept apart from your plants.
See how much light gets in
Our Display Site at Buzzards Valley, Tamworth, Staffordshire B78 3EQ is open 7 days a week. You can drop by any day to walk round the buildings, or book a time. We are not on site every day and what is on show changes, so call 01543 398778 if you would like someone there or want to see something in particular. You can also WhatsApp us a photo of your garden and we will help you choose. More help in our Guides & Advice.
Sizes, specifications and options vary by model, so always check the product page before you order.