A step-by-step guide to growing celery in containers Here’s the thing about celery (besides the fact that it’s low-key amazing): It needs cool temperatures to thrive, below 70 degrees F for as long as 16 weeks. Growing celery in pots is totally doable, but timing will probably be different than the other veggies and herbs…
Growing jalapeños in pots is an easy way to literally spice up your container garden. They’re not hard to grow, even for beginning gardeners. This post will give you all the details about how to plant jalapeños from seed, how to harvest jalapeños and everything in between. Jalapeños (capsicum annuum) are a spicy variety of…
Grow oregano in containers with a few easy steps How to grow oregano in a pot A lot of culinary herbs grow well in containers, and oregano is definitely one of them. With plenty of sun and light watering, it grows well in pots and small spaces. It’s a GREAT container plant for beginners just…
Lemongrass is a key ingredient for flavoring chicken, curries, soups and many other dishes. Growing lemongrass in pots works very well, but keep in mind it’s a tropical plant and only hardy in zones 9 and 10. That makes it more challenging in colder climates — but with the right care and conditions, it’s possible! The…
4 things to do NOW to prep for a summer patio garden If you’re planning to grow yummy herbs and veggies on your patio or deck this summer, you might be looking for a container garden planner to get things ready to go. There are lots of garden planners out there, but if you want…
Broccoli is a popular vegetable to grow in home gardens. However, its large size and tendency to attract garden pests can make it a bit tricky to grow in containers, but it’s totally possible with the right conditions! Read on to learn how to grow broccoli in pots in your container garden. Broccoli (Brassica oleracea)…
Delicious in hearty autumn and winter dishes, sage pairs well with pork and chicken, tastes divine with butternut squash, and works well in a variety of soups, stews, and pasta dishes. Growing sage in pots is a great way to have a fresh supply of this culinary herb right outside your door! Common sage (Salvia officinalis)…
Crunchy, nutritious and delicious, it’s no wonder why carrots are some of the most popular vegetables to grow in home gardens. If you have questions about how to grow carrots in containers, you’re in the right place! If you’re working with a small backyard, or just a patio, you may not think you can grow…
Prized for their mild onion flavor and edible purple blooms, chives are one of the hardiest perennial herbs you can grow. They’re well-suited for beginning and seasoned gardeners alike! If you’re ready to start growing chives in pots, read on, and we’ll cover everything from starting your seeds to harvesting chives for winter storage. Chives…
A step-by-step guide to growing basil in pots on your patio or deck Basil was one of the first herbs I learned to grow in my backyard garden and then in containers on the deck. Now it’s a yearly staple in my lineup of herbs and veggies. It’s one of the best and most versatile…