5 Profitable Fruit and Vegetables To Grow In Your Greenhouse

The beauty of having a greenhouse is the ability to control growing conditions whether it’s providing shelter from wind, rain, sun, shade, cold, or heat. A greenhouse can help amplify preferable growing conditions for almost any crop. Having said that, there are many different crops that can provide sizable profits if set up and selected properly. Ditch the drab grocery store produce and venture into a rewarding world of greenhouse grown profitable fruits and vegetables. 

Profitable Fruits and Veggies To Grow (Plus Some Bonus Plants!)

A greenhouse full of fruits and vegetables is a dream come true for many people. With the right plants and proper care, your greenhouse can become an oasis of profitable produce. Let’s dive into some of the most profitable fruits and veggies you can start growing this year.

Blueberries 

Blueberries are an excellent choice for greenhouses because they love the extra sunshine and heat that a greenhouse provides. Greenhouse grown blueberries generate a bounty of berries meaning you could either earn some extra money by selling them at a local farmers market or fruit stand or save yourself money from having to buy them at the grocery store. Some farms offer a “U-Pick” type of blueberry farm where the entire family can come pick their own blueberries, eat their “fill” while they pick and then pay for whatever they take home. 

Blueberries are not only easy to grow and fun to harvest, but they’re an excellent source of Vitamin C, manganese, fiber, anthocyanins and other types of antioxidants, making blueberries a healthy and highly sought after fruit. Growing blueberries in a greenhouse could produce higher yields which could create better profits. Here is an article with 8 steps on how to grow blueberries in a greenhouse. 

Kale 

Kale Caesar salad is not just a trendy menu item at restaurants these days. It is a known fact that kale has higher contents of iron than beef, in a per calorie ratio along with all sorts of other vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber and natural probiotics. Kale is considered one of the number one superfoods sought after in food markets today. Being in such high demand, this makes kale a profitable vegetable to grow and an excellent choice for those looking for a low maintenance and easy to grow plant. Kale can be planted directly into the ground or grown in containers. It prefers fertile soil with plenty of sunshine and should be watered regularly. With regular harvesting and adequate fertilizing, kale can provide a steady supply of leafy greens throughout all four seasons! There are too many benefits to not grow kale in your greenhouse. 

Beets

Beets are another highly sought after vegetable in food markets today. Not only are they delicious and nutritious, they're easy to grow and offer good potential for profit. 

Beets normally require some patience when grown outdoors; however, beets grown in a greenhouse could be ready for harvest in a fraction of the time thanks to the extra heat and sunshine a greenhouse provides. They can be harvested anywhere between 3 and 6 months depending on the growing conditions and sold in bundles for both their roots and greens! Beets boast an impressive array of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and they are low on the glycemic index making them popular among health-conscious consumers, especially those with diabetes looking for natural ways to control their blood sugar. 

For those looking to make profitable use of their greenhouse, selling fresh beets is one option worth considering due to its strong demand from home cooks and restaurant chefs who value quality over convenience when sourcing ingredients.

Potatoes

There are more than 4,000 potato varieties world wide with hundreds that are becoming increasingly popular among home cooks, chefs and connoisseurs alike.  Potatoes are an incredibly profitable vegetable to grow in a greenhouse. Not only are they easy to cultivate and maintain, but they have a relatively short harvest time of about three to six months, making them ideal for those looking for a quick return on their investment. In addition, with proper care and attention, potatoes can produce yields much more significant than traditional outdoor gardening methods. Growing potatoes in a greenhouse's controlled environment may offer protection against pests and diseases that would affect potato crops normally grown outdoors. This makes it easier to achieve better quality with fewer inputs such as fertilizer and water, allowing for healthier crop maintenance and profit potential. 

Garlic, Onions and Shallots

Garlic, onions and shallots are another one of the most profitable vegetables you can grow in your greenhouse. They have a huge demand in food markets and you can get a good price for them. They are the first and main ingredient in many food dishes. Not only do they have a long shelf life, but they are extremely affordable to start, easy to grow and require minimal care. Onions come in all shapes and sizes, so you'll have plenty of options when it comes to selecting varieties for your garden. Plant them from seed or bulbs depending on the type — both produce delicious harvests that can be used fresh or stored for later use. In addition to their culinary uses, onions and garlic contain several medicinal properties that make them beneficial for health purposes. They can even help keep the critters and vampires out of your garden!

Bonus — Cut Flowers

While growing fruit and vegetables in a greenhouse is an excellent way to profit, don’t forget about the potential of cut flowers. Growing bright, cheerful blooms can be highly rewarding and provide another avenue to generate income. Not only do they look beautiful and add vibrant color to your greenhouse space, but they also provide pollinators with the food they need to keep pollinating your fruits and vegetables. 

Cut flowers also give you an opportunity to create beautiful bouquets and centerpieces which also can be sold at a farm stand or farmers market. With careful planning and some research on what types of flowers have the highest demand in your area, you could find yourself well on your way toward becoming a successful cut flower grower from your little corner of paradise!

Some of our favorites include dahlias, peonies, irises, daffodils, lilies and tulips.

Conclusion

Owning a greenhouse has many benefits, and one of the best returns on your investment is to grow fruits, vegetables and cut flowers. You can quickly grow various crops in your greenhouse with the right precautions and knowledge of cultural practices. Utilizing your greenhouse to grow profitable fruits and vegetables is a great way to make the most of your growing space. You can maximize your yields and profits with the right combination of fruits, vegetables and cut flowers like we mentioned above. Oregon Greenhouse has all of the unique greenhouse sizes, full kits and accessories to help you grow your favorite profitable crops. Give us a call today to learn more!