Urban Horticulture
6 articles
Growing Food in Pots and Containers When Space Is Tight
Why grow food in containers
A container garden turns a patio, a balcony, a windowsill or a doorstep into growing space, and it lets you start with ...
Small-Space Food Gardening: Big Harvests from a Balcony or Courtyard
The secret to a heavy harvest from a balcony or courtyard is rhythm, not floor space. Here is how to keep a small food garden cropping week after week.
Growing Tomatoes in Pots and Containers: The Australian Guide
Tomatoes grow happily in pots if you get the basics right. Here is how to choose the pot, mix, water and type for a productive balcony or courtyard.
The Best Vegetables and Herbs for Containers (and the Pot Sizes They Need)
Most container failures come down to the pot, not the plant. Here are the best crops for pots, grouped by the size they actually need, with simple litre and depth ranges.
Balcony and Courtyard Veg: What to Grow in Pots in Australia
You do not need a backyard to grow food. Here is how to read your balcony or courtyard, choose the right pots and potting mix, and pick the vegetables that actually thrive in containers.
Apartment Gardening: A Starter Plan for Renters and Balconies
Renting should not mean going without a garden. Here is the gentle starter plan for a balcony or courtyard: read your spot, keep everything in pots you can take when you move, and begin with a few easy wins.