Apartment Gardening

  
    Since Malissa and I got married, one thing we have been looking forward to is growing a vegetable garden together.  The only problem is that we currently live in a tiny apartment in the city.  With not much space, we have still been able to find ways to begin our dream of having a garden.  Here are some tips:

Focus on Herbs

No more store bought herbs...

      Herbs are something great to grow in small spaces.  Also, it doesn't take long before you are able to cook with them, and they grow back very quickly.  Think of the herbs you use most in your recipes and grow those.  When you do this, you will always have that herb on hand and fresh for your recipes! (no more buying a bunch of parsley when the recipe calls for a tablespoon!)  We chose to grow cilantro, parsley, basil, and thyme.       Click here for more information on herbs.

Use the Proper Fertilizer
     Just like gardening in a large space, a small space needs to be fertilized, and a little fertilizer goes a long way!  Try to stay away from chemical fertilizers, as they add harmful substances to your food.  Besides being healthier for you, organic fertilizers are usually more effective for your plants in the long run.       Click here for an in-depth look on fertilizing.

Pay Attention to Weather

My gardening dream is coming true...

     Poor weather can destroy gardens.  One great advantage to having a small apartment garden is the ability to transport your food inside.  Plant your food in containers that are easy to move.  We chose two-foot long planters that can hold two plants in each.


For more tips and tricks on apartment gardening click here!

• What apartment gardening tricks have you found helpful? Let me know!