Container Basics

You don’t need a big backyard to grow your own food. Honestly, you don’t even need a backyard at all. Most of my first harvests came from old buckets, grow bags, and whatever containers I could find around the place. If you’re starting out or just looking for some great in-depth information about container growing, this is the place to start.

Here I share everything I’ve learned about growing in containers: choosing the right pot size, making your own soil mix, keeping your plants fed without overdoing it, and what to watch out for (like root rot or heat stress). We’ll talk drainage, sunlight, watering, and even a few tips to make small-space growing easier.