When growing vegetables in containers it is wise to group plants which grow well together and have the same water requirements.
The amount of light required by different vegetables varies.
- sun loving vegetables include beans, cucumbers, aubergines, pepper, courgettes, squash and tomatoes.
- partial shade is tolerated by lettuce, salad leaves, onions, parsley and radish. But this group will do better in full sun.
Container size:
- small containers – onions, parsley, radish
- medium – beans, lettuce, salad leaves
- large – cucumbers, aubergines, pepper, courgettes, squash, tomatoes
Minimum days from seed to harvest:
* radish – 20
* beans – 45
* lettuce – 45
* salad leave – 45
* courgettes – 50
* squash – 50
* cucumbers – 50
* parsley – 70
* onions – 80
* aubergine – 90
* pepper – 90
* tomato – 90
Tender green beans, crisp lettuce and freshly picked parsley will give great satisfaction. A simple container-garden enables the whole family to enjoy the true flavour of home grown vegetables.
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All this information is so helpful. I grow my own vegetables, prepare them, and lose weight for my efforts. I am also well liked by my neighbors because I share.
Comment by Vegetable Garden — November 21, 2010 @ 8:44 pm