One feature that potting benches often neglect is side rails to keep your stuff from sliding off the edge as you work – and this bench has side rails and much more. A lower shelf gives you great storage, while the work surface is a solid flat space that’s ready for use. Hardware cloth stretched across the back works as a place for hanging tools, and it’s topped off with a narrow and high shelf space which offers a little added space for pots or other equipment. Here’s the full plans!
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寸法
60” wide x 25” deep x 63” tall
Working Surface Height
31”
困難
中級
費用
$$-$$$
Big Potting Station/Bar With Storage Box
Built initially as a custom outdoor bar, the creator of this piece realized quickly that it could be used easily as a potting station and so helpfully supplied plans online. It’s a big footprint piece with a deep built-in storage box that can be used for soil storage (or for a hidden ice chest). It doesn’t lack in storage, having multiple lower shelves and upper shelves to hold your equipment, and overall it would provide an abundance of space for any project you might take on! All of the plans are available right here.
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寸法
60” wide x 36” deep x 55” tall
Working Surface Height
36”
困難
中級
費用
$$-$$$
Seed Starting Bench
This intermediate project will net you a sturdy seed starting bench with supports for an adjustable shop light. Its sizeable work surface ensures you have plenty of space for getting your plants off to a good start, plus it has shelving available for storage. The bare-bones plans are available here.
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寸法
63” x 28.5” x 80”
Working Surface Height
32.5”
困難
中級
費用
$$-$$$
Barn Door Cabinet Potting Bench
This great potting bench can be finished two ways – it can either just be a bench with space for storage beneath, or it can be finished with an additional barn door-style cabinet on top for storing smaller pots and tools. The wide surface of the bench extends out past its storage shelf on either side, giving it plenty of width without requiring a lot of extra materials. You can find full instructions here.
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寸法
65” wide x 26” deep x 80” tall
Working Surface Height
36”
困難
中級
費用
$$-$$$$
Gardener’s Ultimate Potting Bench
This one is unique in that it has variable-height working surfaces, which means the lower-level storage is also varied in the space available. A narrow upper shelf provides added storage space. The way it’s built ensures that every surface will be able to hold heavy items with ease.そして何よりも、 it looks great! Full and detailed plans are available here.
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寸法
68.25” wide x 24.75” deep x 60” tall
Working Surface Height
33”-36” (depending on level)
困難
高度
費用
$$$
Stylish and Solid Potting Bench
This potting bench combines form and function into one elegant and useful working area. With a bit of the Mission style of architecture built into its design, it incorporates multiple cubbyhole shelves, a wide and thick working surface with a built-in sifting screen with cover, and a lower shelf for storage. It requires some carpentry know-how, but when completed, it could easily be a centerpiece of your backyard on its own, and a joy to work at. Plans and instructions can be found right here.
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寸法
69” wide x 20.5” deep x 66” tall
Working Surface Height
32.5”
困難
高度
費用
$$$$
Basic Potting Table With Pot Rail
When built out of pressure-treated 2×4’s and composite decking boards, this solid potting table will withstand the elements beautifully for years to come. Its wide surface gives lots of working space, and it has a narrow centered pot shelf tucked beneath to tuck away your pottery and plastics. It’s easily modifiable to your height preferences, それも。 Check out the details on this site.
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寸法
71” wide x 28” deep x 36” tall
Working Surface Height
36”
困難
初心者
費用
$-$$
Functional Potting Bench With Storage Mesh
This potting bench is extremely long, providing plenty of space for planting, storage, seed starting and the like. Hardware cloth is stretched along the back to create a mesh to hang tools or other items on, topped with a narrow shelf. A deeper shelf runs underneath the work surface to help you keep all your gear right at hand when it’s needed. It’s a no-fuss, easy to build solution for your potting needs. You can find all of the details at this link.
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寸法
72” wide x 24” deep x 58” tall
Working Surface Height
36”
困難
初心者
費用
$$
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Heavy-Duty Potting Table
If you don’t need anything fancy, but want a potting table that will last for years, this is the pick for you! It’s not super-complicated to construct, although the work surface is inset and requires knowledge of how to do rabbets. Visually, it is quite simple — a nice work surface with a sturdy lower shelf – but it will fit into virtually any garden space. A complete how-to guide is provided at this site.
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寸法
72” wide x 28” deep x 34” tall
Working Surface Height
34”
困難
中級
費用
$$
Rustic Reclaimed Potting Bench
A pair of bloggers came up with this bench, and between their two sites, they’ve provided all of the details necessary to build your own in a similar style. This bench includes a tiled work surface – something that’s uncommon among most of our featured plans – along with cupboard-like storage beneath and a windowframe back with top shelving. You’ll want one of these found-wood treasures in your yard! This requires a little knowhow to do, so this is an intermediate level project. Start your journey in exploring this potting bench style on this site, and be sure to follow her link to her blogging buddy for more detailed dimensions and plans.
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寸法
84” wide x 24” deep x 72.75” tall
Working Surface Height
37”
困難
Intermediate+
費用
$-$$$$ Variable, depends on how many reclaimed components you use.
Shaded Garden Potting Bench
Shade in the summertime is a necessity, and this bench can provide it. Its roof has a slight 15º angle to provide rain runoff and a front overhang to prevent damage from rain and sun. The super-wide work surface and lower shelf ensures you have more than ample elbow room, even if you are working with a friend. If you have shade-loving plants, they will appreciate this bench as much as you will! Here’s where you can find all of the directions.
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寸法
86” wide x 28.5” deep x 56” tall
Working Surface Height
32”
困難
Beginner to intermediate
費用
$$-$$$ (more if you add roofing materials)
Unknown or Variable Dimension Benches
Perfect Picket Fence Potting Bench
This adorable and small potting bench is completely constructed out of reclaimed picket fence boards. While no dimensions are provided for it, full instructions as to how it was assembled are offered, which means that you can easily replicate it with whatever lumber you might have on hand. This is a great way to repurpose old fencing or leftover materials from another project into something functional!
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寸法
わからない
Working Surface Height
わからない
困難
初心者
費用
$
Pull-Down Pallet Potting Bench
If you’ve got a pair of old pallets in your garage or yard, you have most of the equipment necessary to build this hanging potting bench. With a bit of sturdy chain and a few hinges and screws, you’ll have this recycled wood project done in almost no time at all. All you’ll need to do is hang it and get right into gardening! Assembly instructions can be found right here.
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寸法
Based on size of pallet
Working Surface Height
Based on height you hang it at
困難
初心者
費用
$
Bedpost Potting Table
This is one of the easiest builds we’re showing off today. With a few old bedposts, a couple pieces of lumber, and some very minor tools, you can add this long, simplistic table to your gardening arsenal.最高のは、 you can ensure that it fits your space exactly, because other than the legs, the rest of it is completely adaptable based on your needs. Here’s all the details!
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寸法
変数
Working Surface Height
Also variable, depends on the length of the bedposts or table legs that you use
困難
初心者
費用
$-$$
Basic Pallet Potting Bench
If you have access to free pallets in your area, then you have most of the supplies you’ll need for this pallet bench. With the addition of a few wood screws, even the most novice carpenter can convert old transport wood into a new bench with a lower shelf for storage and a slatted back suitable for hanging up your supplies. This website has the plans with detailed photos.
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寸法
Depends on pallet size, but typically 40-42” wide x 60” tall with adjustable depth
Working Surface Height
Variable, but typically 37”
困難
初心者
費用
$
Upcycled Table Potting Bench
Do you have an old picnic table that’s past its prime and a couple old benches? Convert it into a big potting station with bench “shelving”! This website will walk you through the process of how to do it, plus a few photos of other varieties of potting benches built from other upcycled materials like old cabinetry or beat-up bookcases for inspiration.
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寸法
Varies based on materials used
Working Surface Height
変数
困難
初心者
費用
$
Transformed Dresser Potting Bench
If you’re thinking about getting rid of that old dresser, wait a moment – you might be able to repurpose it! With a little bit of planning and the addition of some exterior paint, your old dresser can have a new life as a potting bench. This page will demonstrate how they converted an old dresser into a potting station with inset plastic tub for soil storage, even using some of the old drawers for tool storage.
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寸法
Variable (depends on the dresser)
Working Surface Height
Variable (depends on the dresser)
困難
初心者
費用
$
Attractive Potting Bench
This potting bench lives up to its name, as it’s an attractive piece to add to your garden. A built-in recess catches clippings and debris in a trash can placed under the bench. Multiple shelves provide plenty of storage for bags of potting soil or sundry supplies, and the flat work surface is large enough to tackle most projects. You can watch the assembly video and read more about the project at this link.
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寸法
Variable, see site for further detail
Working Surface Height
Adjustable, 上記を参照
困難
Beginner to intermediate
費用
$$-$$$
Fence Board Potting Bench
This potting bench makes great use of fence boards to provide a back and structural integrity to the piece. While the dimensions aren’t detailed, this can easily be constructed to any size preferred with the assembly directions that are provided here, and the style will look great almost anywhere. You might even be able to build it directly onto your existing fenceline!
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寸法
Variable (build to suit)
Working Surface Height
Variable (build to suit)
困難
Beginner to intermediate
費用
$$
Indoor-Outdoor Planting Bench With Grow Light
Are you looking for a workspace to start your seeds and get a jumpstart on the growing season? This planting bench will give you that option. Featuring a built-in light fixture for starting seeds, an ample work surface, and plenty of storage below, this is truly an all-seasons bench. The light fixture can be removed when it’s not needed, enabling you to use the bench outdoors during the summertime when the weather is good, and easily put back in place for indoor growing in the colder winter months. A video on its construction is available right here.
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寸法
Variable, depending on size of grow light and personal preference
Working Surface Height
Variable, based on personal preference
困難
Beginner to intermediate
費用
$$-$$$$ (depending on grow light choice)
Monterey Potting Center
This incredible redwood design has a small roof to provide shade over your workspace, plus many shelves and a comfortable work height. Multiple design options are provided so that you can customize the size of your potting center, and the durable redwood it’s built from is long-lasting and beautiful whether left natural or coated in a clear coat to protect the wood’s surface. A cutting list and build plans can be found here.
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寸法
Variable, depends on options chosen (but can be up to 70” tall)
Working Surface Height
Variable based on options chosen
困難
中級
費用
$$-$$$
The Potting Bar
Just like the name indicates, this potting bench also doubles as an outdoor bar. Modular storage is tucked away inside, and a nice coat of finish stain gives the wood a rich luster. It makes a beautiful piece of outdoor furniture as well as a great place to work on your containers! A narrow upper shelf is a great place to display plants, and the work surface is long and wide enough to provide you with plenty of space to play. The plans can be located here, but you’ll have to subscribe (for free!) to see them.
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寸法
わからない
Working Surface Height
わからない
困難
Intermediate to advanced
費用
$$-$$$$
Mobile Potting Table
This potting table is more of a potting cart, and can also be used as a mobile bar, BBQ side table, or any other number of things. It’s definitely a project for the woodworker in your life! It looks good, it works really well, and it could even be customized with water fixtures to allow you to plug a garden hose in and rinse off your vegetables. Detailed plans are available through this site.
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寸法
わからない
Working Surface Height
36”
困難
Intermediate to advanced
費用
$$$
Challenging Potter’s Station En Français
Would you like a challenge? This piece of garden cabinetry will provide it in multiple ways.初め、 it takes some solid carpentry experience to take this piece on, and it will truly be a piece of outdoor furniture to treasure when it’s done.第二に、 all of the plans are in French, which means that if you speak the language, you are already at a great advantage. But the schematics are quite detailed, measurements are supplied (also in French), and your finished piece will be gorgeous. So if you’re up for the challenge of this French garden potting station, 見てみな!
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寸法
Unknown – unfortunately, I don’t speak French!
Working Surface Height
See above
困難
高度
費用
$$$+, depending on your wood selection
Video Plans
Here’s a few videos for those who prefer to watch and experiment on their own – simple to complex, all of these are great options!
Legless Potting Bench
If you want something that you can literally set up anywhere, this lightweight plywood construction is ideal. Using cinderblocks, bricks, or sawhorses in lieu of legs, all you have to do is to pop this easily-constructed top in place and you’re ready to work. When you’re done, you can store it away until you need it again.こちらのビデオをご覧ください。
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寸法
変数
Working Surface Height
変数
困難
初心者
費用
$
Rustic Pallet Potting Bench
There are a million ways to convert old pallets into useful potting surfaces, and this short video shows you another variation on the theme. This is one of the nicer ones, but the best thing about it is that it only requires a saw and a hammer to build, so it’s friendly to people who’re lacking in tools. Check out the short video!
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寸法
変数
Working Surface Height
変数
困難
初心者
費用
$
The Pro-Built Bench
This extensive 40-minute video will take you from start to finish through the construction of a high-quality potting bench and show you every step you need to build it. The bench itself has hanging bins for soil catching or waste, a wide work surface, storage space and shelving. You can watch the full-length video for more information.
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寸法
See video for measurements
Working Surface Height
See video for measurements
困難
Intermediate to advanced
費用
$$$
Have any of these plans caught your eye? Hopefully you’re now inspired to put together your own solution that fits perfectly within your garden! If you do decide to build any of these, or something completely different, I’d love to hear about it!