The complete guide to growing vegetables, flowers, fruits, and herbs from containers : everything you need to know explained simply
(Book - Regular Print)

Includes bibliographical references (pages 279-281) and index.

"Not everyone has the benefit of a plot of land where they can create a garden. The options provided by containers are plentiful, from bringing your tomato plants inside during the winter to being able to rearrange them if you are doing construction or playing a game outside. But, getting crops to grow effectively in containers is another matter entirely. This book will provide potential container gardener with updated steps and resources needed to grow thriving crops in any condition. From the very outset, you will learn about how vegetables, flowers, and herbs grow naturally charts will provide you with a detailed breakdown of how plants grow and what they need to grow effectively, from root space to water consumption ... You will learn which plants can be placed in confined spaces and survive. The basics of container planting, including the best single plant containers, two, three, and four plant combinations are provided to help you decide how to lay out your container garden. The best container plants are listed in order along with the necessary tools they need to survive. The best container sizes, soil types, fertilizer, climate information, and pest prevention methods are all given as well to help round out your container planting. Regardless of your needs or methods, this guide will take you through every step necessary to get your container plants growing and thriving."--Back cover.