06/28/2021 / By Divina Ramirez
Terracotta pots, footed tubs and hanging baskets overflowing with fragrant flowers add appeal to a garden. But container gardening also serves a practical purpose. It’s ideal for those with little or no garden space.
In addition to growing flowers, gardeners limited to balconies, patios or windowsills can also produce a variety of vegetable crops in containers. Herbs like basil, oregano and chives are also quite happy growing in containers, which you can set in a convenient spot right by your sunny kitchen windowsill.
Container gardening also adds versatility to gardens large and small. Plants lend vibrant colors, provide a focal point in the garden and tie in the architecture of your house to your garden. A pair of matching pots on either side of your doorway can serve as a welcoming decoration, while containers on a deck or patio add ambiance.
Read on to learn about the best containers for container gardening, as well as some tips for starting your very own container garden.
Choosing a container for growing vegetables can be confusing at best and overwhelming at worst. Ultimately, the choice will have a big impact on how productive your plants are and whether or not they will make it through the growing season. The main thing to keep in mind is your plant should have enough room to grow.
If you’re growing large plants like tomatoes, make sure your containers are big and heavy so the plants won’t tip over in a stiff wind. For most vegetables, bigger containers are better. (Related: 8 reasons why you should grow your own food.)
On that note, here are six containers to choose from if you want to start a container garden:
Container gardening is one of the most versatile gardening styles provided you know how to do it right.
Here are some tips for container gardening:
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