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If you have a garden of your own, getting access to fresh fruits and vegetables is convenient, but what if you live in an urban area? An urban home vegetable garden is becoming more popular, and with the right space and the right materials, it is easy to start your own. You can still start your own urban garden at home, even if you are new to the idea of gardening.
You can follow Master Gardener Judith Cox with her weekly article on growing vegetables.
Urban gardening can be done anywhere. If you’re lucky enough to have a backyard, just join a portion of your backyard. But if you live in a tiny condo or apartment, you can still enjoy gardening at home. Talk to your landlord and see if they’re willing to allow a rooftop garden in a shared common area. A rooftop garden is fun to keep, and you can share gardening tips and delicious food with your neighbours.
Even a small balcony can be turned into a garden with pots and small planters. You can start a garden anywhere as long as you have enough sunshine and live in a decent environment. For those with limited space, consider indoor gardening using a mini greenhouse or light-growing pots. Whatever you like, you can set up your home garden for a fun way to plant, grow and eat your favourite vegetables.
Once you have chosen the location for your urban garden, you will need to collect some important materials. While urban gardening in a rural area is similar to growing a garden, there are a few things that you will need to do differently. In order to ensure a successful urban garden set up, use this checklist:
Although you may need to change your planting to suit your environment or venue, there are some fundamentals that everyone should know about plant vegetables in an urban setting.
Taking care of your home vegetable garden is simple when you’re in a hang, but you can use a few additional tips and tricks to make it work smoothly.
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