A step-by-step guide to growing pumpkins in containers on your patio or deck Pumpkins are arguably the most fun vegetable, right? Halloween! Jack-o-lanterns! Pumpkin pie! They’re bright, colorful, and fun to grow. But if you don’t have a huge garden or yard, is growing pumpkins in containers even possible? Yes it is! While most pumpkins…
A step-by-step guide to growing cucumbers in pots Cucumbers, I’ve found, are a lot like kids: always hungry, always thirsty, and always climbing on things! You can’t exactly keep kids contained … but you CAN grow cucumbers in pots and it helps keep up with their demands. If you’ve ever seen cucumber plants in an…
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…
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)…
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…
What herbs and vegetables grow well together in containers? In a lot of ways, plants are just like people. That includes how they relate to neighbors. Some human neighbors make life better with a smile and wave, keeping an eye on your place while you’re out of town, peace and quiet. Others put us on…
Kale is a nutrient-rich leafy green that thrives in container gardens, much like lettuce, spinach and other greens. It’s a versatile, cold-hardy crop that isn’t fussy about conditions, making it a great starter plant for beginner gardeners. Growing kale in pots is easy – and it’s awesome to have fresh kale right outside your kitchen door!…
Did you know spinach, kale, lettuce, chard and many other greens thrive in small spaces? Spinach is one of my favorites to grow because it’s so easy and so good. If you’re looking for details on how to grow spinach in pots, read on! Whether eaten fresh in a salad, pureed for a delicious green…
The best container garden vegetables for beginners have three things in common: They’re easy to grow, they produce well in average conditions, and they thrive in small spaces. I started my first container garden almost 20 years ago with a few herbs and a tomato plant. Herbs are great first plants for a new gardener,…