Vegetables in Containers
Question:
I am thinking of planting some Veg's this year out on my deck. You see I live in a condo and had an idea to use giant planter pots and try to see what I can grow. I have no idea what type of earth to put into the pots or what to plant so that I may actually be able to grow something. If you have any ideas (especially as to what type of earth to use in the planters) or know where I can find some answers I would sure appreciate any help.
Answer:
You can grow most vegetables in containers but you are best sticking to smaller types. A good selection would be: ? Carrots ? Onions ? Garlic ? Lettuce ? Spring onions ? Herbs ? Radish ? Tomatoes (try growing them in a hanging basket). You could also put an obelisk over a container and grow some beans or peas or try growing potatoes in a used compost bag. Fill the bag with about 10ins of compost, place two to three seed potatoes on top and cover. Put some holes in the base of the bag for drainage. As the leaves begin to show keep covering them up. During late summer or autumn just dig your hands into the bag to pull out as many potatoes as you need for each meal. You can use anything as a container; just make sure you put holes in the base for drainage. You are also best adding crocks in the bottom so that roots aren't left sitting in water. As for compost; you can use an all purpose potting compost but add some well rotted manure at planting time and continue to feed every couple of weeks throughout the growing season. It is most important that you don't allow the containers to dry out so you may want to consider installing a micro irrigation system. One point of note; if you are not in the ground floor, you will need to check that your balcony will take the extra weight of the containers.
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