🌱 66 Things You Can Grow At Home In Containers (With NO Garden!)
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🌱 66 Things You Can Grow At Home In Containers (With NO Garden!)
Ever dreamed of growing your own food but thought, “I don’t have a garden!” 🌇 Think again! Whether you’re in a high-rise flat, a cozy cottage, or a studio with just a windowsill—you can grow a surprising amount of food in containers. 🪴
That’s right! You don’t need a backyard or allotment to start your own mini farm. Just a few pots, buckets, or recycled containers—and you’re good to grow!
🌟 Why Grow in Containers?
Container gardening isn’t just for people without gardens—it’s smarter, cleaner, and often more productive than traditional gardening. Here’s why:
✅ Space-Saving: Great for balconies, patios, windowsills, and even stairwells.
✅ Control Over Soil & Water: Customize your soil mix and avoid garden pests.
✅ Portability: Move plants into sunlight, shade, or shelter during storms.
✅ Urban-Friendly: Perfect for city dwellers and renters.
🧺 66 Edible Things You Can Grow in Containers (Yes, Really!)
Here’s a massive list of what you can grow in containers—no garden required!
🌿 Leafy Greens
- Lettuce 🥬
- Spinach
- Kale
- Swiss chard
- Arugula (rocket)
- Mustard greens
- Collard greens
🧅 Root Veggies
- Carrots 🥕
- Radishes
- Beets
- Turnips
- Parsnips
- Spring onions
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Turmeric
🍅 Fruiting Veggies
- Cherry tomatoes 🍅
- Regular tomatoes
- Peppers (hot & sweet)
- Aubergine (eggplant)
- Cucumbers
- Courgettes (zucchini)
- Okra
- Tomatillos
🥔 Tuber Veggies
- Potatoes 🥔 (in grow bags or buckets)
- Sweet potatoes
🫘 Legumes
- Dwarf green beans
- Sugar snap peas
- Bush beans
- Yardlong beans (trellised)
🌿 Herbs (Perfect for Indoors!)
- Basil 🌿
- Parsley
- Coriander (cilantro)
- Thyme
- Oregano
- Mint (keep it in its own pot!)
- Rosemary
- Sage
- Dill
- Chives
- Tarragon
- Lemon balm
🍓 Fruits You Didn’t Know Could Grow in Pots
- Strawberries 🍓
- Blueberries (acidic soil required)
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Dwarf figs
- Dwarf lemon tree 🍋
- Dwarf lime tree
- Dwarf apple tree 🍏
- Dwarf peach tree 🍑
- Goji berries
- Cape gooseberries (Physalis)
- Passionfruit (in large containers with trellis)
- Grapes (trellised)
🥬 Other Cool Edibles
- Broccoli 🥦
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Pak choi
- Bok choy
- Leeks
- Celery
- Endive
- Fennel
- Peanuts (yes, really!)
- Mushrooms 🍄 (grow indoors in low light)
🪴 How To Start Growing In Containers
You only need a few basic things to begin:
1. Choose the Right Container
- Use buckets, pots, wooden crates, fabric grow bags—even upcycled items like colanders or storage bins.
- Ensure containers have drainage holes to prevent soggy roots.
2. Use Quality Potting Mix
- Go for a lightweight, well-draining mix (avoid regular garden soil in pots).
3. Know Your Plant’s Needs
- Leafy greens = shallow containers
- Root crops = deep containers
- Fruiting plants = large containers & plenty of sunlight
4. Water & Feed Regularly
- Container plants dry out faster—check daily!
- Feed every 2–4 weeks with compost tea or organic liquid feed.
5. Light Matters
- South-facing windows or balconies are best.
- Use grow lights if you lack natural sun.
💡 Tips To Maximize Your Container Harvest
✅ Succession planting – After harvesting lettuce, plant another batch!
✅ Vertical gardening – Use trellises and wall-mounted planters.
✅ Companion planting – Basil + tomato = flavor and pest control.
✅ Self-watering pots – Great for busy or forgetful gardeners.
✅ Grow indoors during winter – Herbs, greens, and even tomatoes can grow year-round inside.
❓ Common Questions About Container Gardening
🥗 Q: Can I really grow enough food to make a difference?
A: Yes! Even a few pots can supply you with regular herbs, salad greens, and snacks like cherry tomatoes and strawberries.
🌞 Q: What if I don’t get much sunlight?
A: Leafy greens and herbs tolerate low light better. Consider LED grow lights—they’re inexpensive and effective.
🚿 Q: How often should I water container plants?
A: Daily during summer, and every 2–3 days in cooler months. Stick your finger in the soil—if it’s dry up to the first knuckle, it’s time to water.
🌡️ Q: Will plants survive indoors during winter?
A: Absolutely! Many herbs, greens, and even chillies can thrive on a sunny windowsill or under grow lights.
🍓 Q: What’s the easiest edible to start with?
A: Start with lettuce, basil, or radishes—they grow fast and don’t need a ton of sun or space.
🌻 You Don’t Need Land To Live Off The Land!
Container gardening is empowering, delicious, and surprisingly addictive. You’ll find yourself checking your plants before you check your phone in the morning. 😄
Growing your own food—even just a few containers—brings:
- Better health
- Less food waste
- Lower grocery bills
- More joy and connection to nature
🧠 Final Thoughts
You don’t need acres or a fancy greenhouse to grow your own food. With a few pots and a bit of love, you can have a lush, edible garden right on your doorstep or windowsill. 🌿
Start small. Start today. Even one pot of herbs is a step toward food freedom.
👉 Want a printable checklist of all 66 container-friendly plants? Stay tuned for our downloadable guide!
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