Having Your Own Home Garden
Have you always wanted to have your own home garden but can't because you don't own a house? Well, the good news is that you still can have your own home garden!
Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to own a house to have a garden. Rather, you can create your own in a few easy steps, and you won't have to break your bank in order to do it either! I got this idea from one of my friends. Before they moved into the house that they currently own, they lived in an apartment. My friend and his wife had just had their first child and insisted on growing some of their own organic fruits, veggies and herbs.
The first thing they did was go to the local hardware store and purchase a few small pots. After they purchased the pots, they also purchased some seeds. You can pick up seeds for various types of fruits, plants or veggies from your local hardware store or nursery, and most of them cost less than $1! Read the directions on the seed packets or you can feel free to ask a store representative what kind of potting soil you'll need. Also make sure that you have set aside an area of your house or apartment where you will place your new potted garden. If you have a deck or a balcony, you may want to put your little potted garden out there. However, it should be noted that if you choose to put your potted garden on your deck, beware of squirrels, ants and other insects and/or rodents who may destroy your garden creation.
Most people who have potted gardens choose to keep their potted creations on the windowsill of their kitchen above the sink. If your kitchen lacks windows or if you find a better place for the potted garden that's fine too. When keeping a garden inside of your home, be wary of any pets (especially cats) or children being able to reach it and knock it over or get into it. Again, read the directions on the seedling packets so that you know how much water and sunlight is needed. Potted gardens make a great addition to any home. Not only do plants (in general) help improve the overall air quality inside of a dwelling, but they also add some aesthetic value to your home. It's nice to walk in the door after a long day of work and see some live greenery in your home.
Additionally, potted gardens can also yield fruit and veggies and other goodies that you can actually turn and use in your food preparation. For example, my friend is growing a few mangos in her potted garden in her kitchen, and I'm sure that they will be delicious! And she already has a few limes that have already ripened. There really is something to be said for those who can grow their own food and be self sufficient.
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