You’ll then need to transplant the seedlings into pots. Some will be able to complete their growth cycle in small pots, and some will need larger pots. Tomato plants usually need a five-gallon pot to grow to full size. Some smaller vegetables like chilies may take a smaller pot.

Moving the small plants outside after they’ve been transplanted can be tricky. Depending on the temperature they may not be able to be put in direct sunlight at first. Under the edge of the eave works quite nicely. Regular watering is so important. If you’re lucky enough to live where it rains regularly that can naturally help with the watering process. Just make sure they don’t ever get dry. Once they adapt to the outdoors, they begin to grow and flourish rapidly.

In just a matter of months you can have a whole patio or deck full of wonderful things like tomatoes, jalapeños, banana peppers, green onions, green and yellow peppers and strawberries. You can also have herbs like basil, cilantro, parsley, lavender, rosemary and many others.

So don’t give up on growing your own food just because you may be limited on space. Planting and gardening can be an exciting venture, and producing your own food makes it even more rewarding!
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