Introduction
Because of the global advocacy of sustainable development, the rise of home gardening, and the need for year-round planting, the emergence of the residential greenhouse has greatly changed the traditional planting method of the home garden. For wholesalers and retailers, this is a great opportunity to expand their product lines and attract environmentally conscious consumers who are interested in home gardening.
In this blog, we’ll explore what residential greenhouses are, their benefits for end users.
Definition of a Residential Greenhouse
A residential greenhouse is a structure designed for the home gardening, providing a controlled environment for plants, vegetables, flowers to grow.
They meet a certain success with gardeners and garden hobbyists because they extend seasons and fit in a limited space. These garden greenhouses also help with optimizing light and temperature conditions, and protect plants from harsh weather or pests.
Types of Residential Use Greenhouses
Home greenhouses can be divided into categories, such as any other greenhouse, whether it is for commercial use or educational use. There are several ways of categorizing greenhouses, namely by shape, by glazing material or even by technology grade. To keep things simple, we have decided to list the main types of garden greenhouses your customers may look up when selecting the right greenhouse for them.
It is an arched greenhouse and is the largest greenhouse in the residential greenhouse series. They are higher end greenhouse kits designed for more demanding home owners and garden hobbyists.
it is a smaller type of grenhouse that fits in most gardens. Designed for middle-end segment in mind, it comes 100% prefabricated. It is eqquiped with a more affordable greenhouse cover in order to rank amongst the cheap greenhouse kits range.
A lightweight greenhouse range. It is made of smaller greenhouse pipes that connect easily together. Equipped with shelves on both sides of the roll-up door. It is one the most practical starter greenhouse kit on the market. Suitable for vertical growing and small budgets. They can easily be assembled on patios, balconies. Some urban gardeners use it as a rooftop greenhouse.
The lean-to greenhouse is a niche product for garden hobbyists with a very small yard on the side of their home. Its coated greenhouse frame lays against the house which provides additional warmth in winter. It is suitable as a small growing space, or even shelter for garden supplies and tools. Easy to set up & use, with its roll-up door and windows.
The smallest greenhouse series of all. It includes cheap greenhouses with a very limited ground footprint and provide enough space for starting seedlings, or caring for potted plants. End users can use these greenhouses indoor or outdoor, depending on the season extension target.
Advantages of Residential Hoop Houses
There are many advantages to owing a residential hoop houses. Especially DELITE’s. The main benefits of our greenhouses are as follows :
- Year-round planting: The film stores heat and transmits light, extending the growing season of the plant.
- Easy assemble: 100% prefabricated structures, people only need to connect them together.
- Cost-efficient: The frame and film of the greenhouse are very durable, thus will bring more benefits.
- Sustainability: Family planting can effectively practice low-carbon life
Strategies for Wholesalers & Retailers to Seize the Market
- Diversify your product line, from entry-level to high-end, to cover most of your users’ needs.
- Partner with reliable residential greenhouse manufacturers or suppliers. Source from manufacturers with certifications such as CE, ISO for quality assurance.
Conclusion

Residential greenhouses are not only a trend, they are also a long-term investment in sustainable living. For wholesalers and retailers, this market offers the highest margins, repeat customers and alignment with global ecological values. Ready to expand your product line? Contact us to explore our best greenhouse catalog and wholesale partnerships!