Now that spring is here,
you finally have an inspiration to begin those decorative and productive home
projects. So why not start with something that will give back to you in so many
ways? Home gardens are easier than you think, and we are here to help you add
some freshness to more than just your living space. Whether your taste runs to
fruit plants or herb gardens, you don’t need a lot of earth to add a tasty
element to your apartment. Spice up your meals with a selection of home-grown
edibles that are so fresh, they’re dirty!
Strawberry Plants
Strawberries are
surprisingly easy to grow. If you are looking to start a garden, begin with a
small pot of these luscious fruits, purchased with bare roots. The tendrils
will start to leaf within a couple of weeks after putting them in the ground.
Water them daily but make sure they don’t just sit in water. If you notice any
decay or fungus, remove those branches immediately to prevent harmful spread.
Once the berries are ripe, pick them, ripe and juicy, for your entire family.
Basil Plant
A basil plant is the
perfect outdoor growing option. Easy to grow and care for, basil usually is
watered every other day. Make sure not to water too much or too little. Monitor
the bright green -- not yellow -- and the moist -- not limp -- leaves as the best
indicator of correct watering. Planting environment should be fairly warm with
lots of sunlight. For a growth spurt, pick off the big, top leaves, which never
taste as good anyway. Basil is an easygoing plant with fabulous
flavor that will add lovely greenery to your apartment.
Grape Tomatoes
This versatile fruit --
that’s right, not a vegetable, because it has seeds -- is the perfect addition
to any summer meal. If you have hooks on your patio, the grape tomatoes make
beautiful hanging plants. If not, you can always stick to a traditional ground
pot. Take care the plant is well watered, saturated enough to reach the deep
roots. Tomatoes love light so place them where they can bask in it most of the
day. It will take a couple of weeks for your tomatoes to mature. Picking time
is best once they turn red. Any earlier and they can tend to dry out while they
mature, even if on a sunny windowsill.
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