April is the month to get my windowsill green! Even though it was a pretty typical April up to now with literally everything – sun, rain, snow, mild weather, cold weather – it is still a good moment to add some greens to the windowsill. And the moment could not be better: A few weeks ago I got myself a little greenhouse and I couldn’t wait to build it up and fill it with green life!
I only have two windowsills in my apartment but they are deep enough to place my new greenhouse. I was pondering what to place into the greenhouse and to be frank, I am still changing and exchanging its content. You can see that I added some cacti, then I added my new little mouse planter with succulents. But one component will remain inside: My recently planted herbs. I bought some little herb pots with soil and seeds and planted a pot of parsley, lemon balm and oregano. I was a bit suspicious when I bought those little pre-packed pots but now after just a few days I can see the first seeds sprout. I am optimistic again!
Buying the little greenhouse was a great decision by the way. I really like its simple and unpretentious look. Depending on the weather and light conditions, I either keep it entirely closed or open one roof wing for ventilation. With the approaching hotter season I plan to add more plants in it and create a little thriving green chamber – let’s see how it will work out.
I must say that adding more green to my windowsill was a fabulous idea – especially since I am living in a small downtown apartment without a balcony. The green windowsill is a little dash of nature that seems to sit right at the connecting point between the indoors and outdoors. The only thing I realized after taking all these pics? I so need to clean my windows – but that is an entirely different story.
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Such a cute greenhouse. Happy growing and thanks for asking me to do an #urbanjunglebloggers post! Have a lovely day Igor! x
Thank you Geraldine & happy you are part of our growing green family!
This looks great, Igor! I think your herbs will sprout like crazy in your little greenhouse 😉 When you told me about the greenhouse a few weeks ago I thought you’d have bought the new Ikea PS one with the little details etc. and wondered how that would fit into your interior… but I’m reassured now 😉 And speaking about clean windows… same story here 😉 but first: more window sill & balcony UJB fun today!
Haha, no way, I would have never bought the new greenhouse model because it is way too playful and ‘romantic’ for my interior taste:-) I really like this simple version! Happy green UJB fun today!
haha now i see you already know about the newer model 😉
Yes:-) I saw it in their new collection but it is not my preferred design. I love the old version, it is more me:-)
Exactly, my thoughts exactly!
oh, now I can see :)))))) You really need it ! I thought it would be perfect for romantic interiors ,and voila …It looks great at your place:))) more …I catch the idea :)))) I have great lantern almost like your greenhouse …I put there seeds of herbs too !!!!!greetings!!!!
Thank you! You should get the greenhouse, it is really cool to plant herbs inside and they sprout super quickly!
How gorgeous and charming!!!! LOVE your greenhouse. It’s perfect as it allows the inside to shine. Well chosen.
Your mouse is gorgeous and I LOVE your herb pots. It is very hit and miss (I have it on good authority) but as I said in my post, don’t let that put you off….. perservere!
Please don’t tlak about washing windows. Mine are embarrassingly filthy (making mental note) and thank you for allowing me to participate although I have a roof terrace and NO windowsill or balcony! :-))
Gorgeous post and gorgeous photographs!!
Thank you so much, Tina, and thanks for joining us too! Your roof terrace looks amazing – one day we must have a relaxed ‘green chat’ up there:-) I am curious about my herbs. However, I have a little time issue as I am off on vacation as of Friday and I still have to come up with an idea how to water them during my absence. Now that calls for creativity!
Your green house looks amazing! It has been on my wish list for a while. Oh and that mouse planter… Love. It.
Oh you should get it Yvonne! It is so cheap and yet so wonderful!
What a gorgeous mini greenhose Igor and the perfect solution for un urban dwelling-love it! 🙂
Thank you and yes, the mini greenhouse is just perfect for mini urban dwellings:-)
oh my that mouse-planter is so cute! <3 i like how we have the same greenhouse, i just painted mine a few weeks ago… did you see that the new ikea ps collection has another one? it’s so pretty i hope i can get my hands on it soon 😉 here’s my contribution:
http://junifaden.blogspot.de/2014/04/urban-jungle-bloggers-april-show-your.html
greetings julia
I love all of it! 🙂
Serena
Love the little green house, can I ask, where is it from please.
Hi Samantha, sure! It is from Ikea and super cheap:-)
Igor, you are a genius in making the most of your space, that greenhouse is a brilliant idea!
The greenhouse is such an inspired idea! And I love your new little herb additions 🙂
I am absolutely in love with the fox planter! Thanks for sharing!
I am in love with your window sill! As always, you create such simple and beautiful scenes in your cozy apartment. This is a wonderful edition of UJB! So glad to see so many peeps sharing their “growth”. Big hugs from sunny AZ! xoxo
I love your greenhouse and I’m going to have to return to west elm soon to pick up one of those cute little animal planters. I was so tempted to get one, resisted and now you’ve tempted me again! 😉 x
I like the greenhouse but I love the mouseplanter! Good luck with your herbseedlings!
xoxo
Igor that is one lovely windowsill and that greenhouse is the coolest! Love the concept of purchasing a pot of soil with the seeds, I’ve always bought the seedlings and gone from then but I could imagine starting with the seeds would be much more rewarding. Mel xx
Oh i didn’t make in time for this chellange. I hope maybe to share something next week. So sad. I love the small green house. Maybe I should buy something similar as I don’t really have a window sill or balcony.
Der Igel ist ja wohl der Wahnsinn! Den fänd ich auch super.
Meine Kräuter sind schon erntereif – aber ich hab ja auch geschummelt und gleich im Topf gekauft… 😉
Ich freu mich sehr, dieses Mal auch dabei zu sein. Tolle Aktion!
http://poetit.blogspot.de/2014/04/urban-jungle-bloggers-april.html
Herzliche Grüße
Anni
Sehr toll Anni, ich bin ein bisschen verliebt in deine Kräuter:-) Danke fürs Mitmachen!!
Hi Igor, love this greenhouse and would like to buy one soon. I do not have a window sill -sadly- but I was planning to hang it maybe on the wall under the window. who knows.
I made it too this month, I enjoy so much taking part 🙂 thanks for your great idea
Love that mini greenhouse. It would be a great way to grow fresh herbs all winter and keep the house “alive and green”. And I think a windowsill full of those mice planters would be pretty neat as well (is it a mouse, right?). Greetings from Italy!
Lovely little green house you have! I better try to get something similar next year 😉
Have a nice weekend! xx
I try to do the same but only basil stay alive… so I’ll try again 🙂 Greetings from Poland
Igor, this is such a cute Greenhouse! I’m glad to see that you are growing herbs, because you will be able to enjoy the fruits of your labour in your salads later in the summer! Such a great idea for an apartment.xD
Green Interior House with Igor, Yep!!
Igor really it must be with us because Interior designer must need these types of herbs in their life and its in your house really awesome…Really Nice one Igor
Das Gewächshaus habe ich auch und es wird geliebt. Eine gute Idee für das Fensterbrett!
Mein Beitrag zur Aktion : http://redheadandyarn.blogspot.de/2014/04/kommt-mit-auf-meinen-balkon.html
Cut and fun green house! I thought the animal planter was a hedgehog at first aha, looks great!
Hello! I’m your follower #800! ^_^ I love your blog!
Thank you so much, Antonella!!
That’s a great idea! That little greenhouse looks fantastic. It’s always nice to have something green at home. I personally grow succulents in my apartment. 🙂
I love your little green house! great idea 🙂 Can I ask where you got your mouse plantar from?
Hi Liss! Thank you very much! The little mouse planter (actually I learned it’s a hedgehog LOL) is from WestElm! They have lovely little animal planters in their stores!