Growing your own vegetables is not only a great way to save money, but gardening can also be very therapeutic and rewarding. However, if you live in an apartment or have a small yard, gardening might seem impossible. With some creativity and clever gardening techniques, it’s possible to grow some of your favorite veggies even if you’ve got limited space! In this article we will discuss five vegetables that are perfect for gardens of any size.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a gardening staple and can be grown in almost any size of garden. Most types of tomatoes need at least six to eight hours of full sunlight each day, so be sure your small garden or planter gets enough light. You could try growing smaller tomatoes in a hanging planter, or use trellises to help a larger tomato plant climb upwards in a narrow space.
Radishes
Radishes grow quickly and can be harvested in as little as three weeks. You may not immediately think of radishes when you are gardening, but they are a great choice for small gardens because they only need to be planted about two inches apart. Radishes are also relatively low maintenance and require little attention, making them perfect for gardening beginners or those with limited time on their hands.
Kale
Kale is an excellent vegetable to grow in small garden or gardening boxes because it takes up little space and is fairly easy to maintain. Kale can be harvested as soon as six weeks after planting and will continue to produce through the fall if you keep harvesting the leaves. We recommend harvesting a handful of leaves regularly so new leaves have a chance to grow.
Lettuce
Another recommended vegetable for small gardens is lettuce. Lettuce has a few different varieties that are perfect for gardening, but the most common is called leaf lettuce which can also be grown in containers and window boxes. Leaf lettuce can be harvested as soon as four to five weeks after planting and will produce for months!
Scallions/Green Onions
Green onions are a great item to keep on hand in the kitchen, and they’re perfect to grow at home no matter what size of garden or space you have. Green onions typically only need to be planted two inches apart and one inch deep, and they also need six to eight hours of sunlight. You can also grow green onions indoors using a planter or flower pot on your windowsill.
If you’re gardening on a small scale, it’s easy to get discouraged and think that growing vegetables isn’t an option. But as these few examples show, with some innovation and careful gardening techniques, there are ways to grow your favorite veggies even if space is limited. If you have any questions about starting a vegetable garden in a small space, visit your local garden supply store.