If you don’t have much space in your garden or only have paved areas, a container garden like a Vegepod is the perfect way to add some beautiful greenery, herbs, or veges into your outdoor space. Even if you do have a large green space, a container garden can be one of the best ways to plant herbs and vegetables – or even flowers, without having to dig up your yard. If you’re interested in becoming a container garden novice, we’ve outlined some top tips to help you start the perfect container patch using our Vegepods.
SOME THINGS TO CONSIDER
Make sure there is adequate drainage
If your container garden doesn’t adequately drain water, then your plants run the risk of withering and dying. Many pots don’t have enough drainage holes, so you will need to add some more by drilling in some sections. Vegepods however, have a built-in drainage system so all your drainage worries are taken care of – container garden dreams!
Consider the sunlight exposure
Make sure you take into consideration how much light your container garden will get and position the containers in the best spot for adequate lighting. Investigate how much sun your plants need and then place the container garden in a suitable place in your garden. With a stand and wheels you have the opportunity to easily move your Vegepod container garden around to gain optimal sunlight exposure, and perhaps even move it as the seasons change.
Make sure your plants are nourished
When you first plant your container garden, don’t forget to feed your seedlings. And we don’t just mean with water. In most container gardens, plants need to be fertilised regularly, as most potting mix doesn’t contain enough, or the right fertiliser and nutrients to feed your plants efficiently. With Vegepod's wicking system, the nutrients from good soil and initial fertiliser are recycled back up through the water reservoirs and wicking bed. Therefore, there is no need to keep feeding your plants as regularly as other container gardens.
Research your plants in advance
Before you go to the plant store, research which plants you want for your Vegepod container garden. Why? Because the garden shop has so many varieties that if you’re new to gardening, can be completely overwhelming. Make a shortlist of the types of plants you want and figure out whether they will suit your garden and if you have enough shade or sun for them to thrive. And if you do become overwhelmed don’t be afraid to ask for advice! Most nurseries have knowledgeable staff who will be keen to help.
