Container vegetable gardening is a versatile and accessible way to grow fresh produce, especially for those with limited space, such as urban dwellers or those without traditional garden plots. This method involves cultivating vegetables, herbs, and even small fruits in pots, planters, or other containers, making it adaptable to balconies, patios, windowsills, or any sunny spot.
The key to successful container gardening lies in choosing the right containers—ones with proper drainage holes—and selecting a high-quality, nutrient-rich potting mix. Many vegetables, such as tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, carrots, and herbs like basil and parsley, thrive in containers if provided with adequate sunlight, water, and nutrients.
One of the major benefits of container gardening is its flexibility; you can move containers to catch optimal sunlight or protect plants from adverse weather conditions. Additionally, it allows for greater control over soil quality and pests, making it an excellent option for beginner gardeners. It’s a rewarding and sustainable practice that not only beautifies your space but also ensures a steady supply of homegrown, healthy produce.
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1:21 I love mash & swede too …simple but delicious! X
I just watched a much older video & I was scrolling to see if there was any other videos I’d missed & wanted to watch & & you mentioned the tired wooden planter was arriving the following afternoon…just as I scrolled & saw this video, with said planter!
(I don’t bother with peppers & chilli videos because we don’t grow them)
It's looking good 👍 Ivan.
Brilliant Ivan, you're making great use of your space there. Thanks for all the help and advice.
Where did you get the Double planters from please
Looking good Ivan,already.🙂
B & M store selling 5 tomato plants for a fiver. Three different types. Not a bad size either. A thgick trunked ol;ive tree £100, B & Q same olve tree £200
Ivan I soaks my peas for 8 hrs planted 16 days ago an nothing showing..should I plant more with out soaking thanks as always
Thank you 😇👍
Helps with the algorithm 😂
Please please please help and do a watering guide, im a newbie gardener growing onion sets, lettuce, tomato, sweet peppers, strawberries and sugar snaps,
Things seem to be working ok (fingers crossed) but the watering side of things has me so stressed out haha
Thanks Ivan, everything is looking grand, have a great week. Take care and all the best. Stevie
Everything looks great Ivan, hope we have a better summer this year aye..
I keep a few like this and fruit punnets. Perfect
You’ve achieved so much in a short time since you moved to the caravan. Brilliant and inspiring.
Thanks for the update Ivan, everything is looking great in the container garden. Planted my onions and potatoes yesterday. Thanks for sharing.
Hi. I'm a newbie, I sowed some cucumbers around a month ago, have potted them on, they are now around 5 inches tall, looking a bit leggy to me(what do I know!!?) Is this ok, or did I start to early, they are in conservatory!