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A garden storage cabinet is a smaller alternative to a standard shed, with built-in shelves to maximise storage. It’s a good choice if you’re short on space, but keep in mind that the capacity will also be limited depending on its size.
Here’s a list of things you can store inside to give you some ideas, along with some tips on how to store them right.
What Are Garden Cabinets Good For
For the main content, this means looking at what they’re actually useful for:
Gardening tools and equipment
Storing them properly helps keep them in good condition and makes them last longer. Even without a full-sized shed, an outdoor storage cabinet is enough for items such as:
- Shovels, spades, and rakes: Hang them on hooks to keep them off the ground.
- Pruners, shears, and trimmers: We recommend storing them in a designated compartment to keep the blades sharp and rust-free.
- Garden hoses and watering cans: Coil hoses neatly to prevent kinks, and hang watering cans upside down to avoid water buildup.
- Gardening gloves and knee pads: A small basket or drawer will keep them in place and easy to reach.
Potting supplies
Garden cabinets also come in handy for potting supplies and make a great alternative to a shed. You can store:
- Potting soil and compost: Contain them in sealed containers to prevent them from drying out or becoming too damp.
- Planters, pots, and trays: Stack them to save space, or use shelf dividers to organise different sizes.
- Fertilisers and pesticides: Pack them in labelled containers in a cool, dry place. Pesticides should be kept on a separate shelf or out of the reach of children.
Outdoor accessories
These items often need proper storage, especially when not in use:
- Outdoor cushions and pillows: Tuck them away in airtight bags or containers (if they fit in the wooden garden storage) to keep out moisture and pests.
- Garden decorations and ornaments: Wrap fragile pieces in bubble wrap and organise them in labelled bins or boxes.
- Bird feeders and birdhouses: Give them a clean before storing and keep them somewhere easy to reach.
Seasonal Items Rotation
Every season calls for a bit of a shuffle in your garden cabinet. Switch things around to match what you’ll need. Here are some ideas to get you started, but tweak the list however you like!
Summer essentials
With summer essentials in your garden cabinet, outdoor fun is easier. Let’s look at what you need and how to store it well for sunny days ahead:
- BBQ accessories: A whole grill might not fit, but its tools and accessories sure can! This includes tongs, spatulas, and skewers—ideally hung on hooks or stored in a utensil holder. Bags of charcoal or spare gas canisters can go on the shelves, kept away from direct sunlight.
- Bug sprays: Keep them accessible within reach, especially if you often throw backyard bash in the summer. You can place them on a high shelf.
- Garden games and toys: Keep everything in a bin and put them below the shelves or in the corner.
Winter preparation
- Snow shovels and ice melt: Stand shovels upright to avoid bending, and keep ice melt in a sealed container so it stays effective.
- Winter plant protection covers: These will not take up too much space. Fold them and store them on shelves, just like you would your clothes.
- Holiday decorations: Labelled bins are once again handy for ornaments and outdoor Christmas lights. If you have a lot, you might need to use the whole storage cabinet. But once everything is set up, you’ll have that space back.
A bit of organisation goes a long way in keeping your garden cabinet and outdoor space clutter-free! We hope these examples give you some ideas on making the most of your storage. And if you haven’t found the right one yet, check out our storage cabinets—or opt for a storage box if you’re short on space.
