growing own veggies in bags and pots (Merged)

womblin3

newlywed wrote: »

What about cherry tomatoes? Do they all grow really tall?

You can get a variety that trails, making them great for hanging baskets. Unusual, too.

BigMummaF

I've got three grow bags with a little smattering of iceberg seeds just showing leaves in one, & three tomato & two chard plants in each of the other two.

There's also a pot with a courgette & another with strawberries, plus assorted herbs, so I'm doing really well for me so far:p

Must admit tho, I never gave a thought to feeding--particularly the toms:o So would you recommend a twice-a-week jobbie in a watering can, or more frequently? The plants were donated so I have no idea of the variety & keep forgetting to ask the donors for advice cuz we're always busy catching up on everything else:D

shoperholicnot

I have always wanted to grow my own veg but I dont have a garden, but i do have a large kitchen window sill which gets a lot of light, so today i have planted some tomato seeds in a large pot, and also some rocket in a large seed tray..they are now sitting comfortably on my sill...but I am worried..I usually kill plants by not watering them enough or drown them by watering them too much! lol
how often should I water them please? i am not very green fingered lol

timbo86

Found some old tubs in the shed including a washing up bowl am wanting to maximise space so anyone any ideas what i could grow in it

Lotus-eater

Old? Just put it in the garden and sit in it.

Alternatively, try some salad leaves.

Jack's_mummy

or radishes

lilac_lady

Herbs, lettuce or onions?

arkonite_babe

We have a thread similar to this already, I'll add your query to it so all the replies are together. Posts are listed in date order so you'll need to read from the beginning to catch up

newlywed

womblin3 wrote: »

I should think the rocket will be okay at four per pot (6 inch) but I think two max for the spinach. How about getting a long planter or two? You can buy a size that's right for your window sill/s. Hubby will just have to lump it, sez I, if he's happy to eat the fruits of your labour.

Oh yes, as long as they are 'open pollinated' plants (pollinated by bees and other insects). Have a look at the Real Seed Company's website for more information on that.

http://www.realseeds.co.uk/index.html

Thank you Dunno why they don't make the instructions as clear as that on the packet for newbies (or idiots) like me :rolleyes:

Will be re-potting shortly (and donating some rocket plants to my sister too )

shoperholicnot

newlywed wrote: »

Thank you Dunno why they don't make the instructions as clear as that on the packet for newbies (or idiots) like me :rolleyes:

Will be re-potting shortly (and donating some rocket plants to my sister too )

ha ha, i did the same thing as you lol
I too now have a tray full of cress style rocket lol