Small Space Gardening
Concept: Many people think they don’t have space to have a garden. This display shows how gardens exist in different environments and spaces.
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All plants have the same basic requirements. Whether planted in a raised bed, a large planter or in the ground, critical essential elements are adequate soil, sun and water. Some added nutrients keep plants healthy and productive. Also, plants on balconies or in alley ways may need protection from strong winds to keep them looking their best. Be sure to research the plants you want to ensure their size is appropriate for the space you have. There are many new varieties of plants, including fruit trees and vegetables, that have been adapted to grow in small spaces.
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Garden Types
When planting space is limited, there are many ways to create a garden. What type of garden would you like to have – flowers, vegetables, fruit? The amount space you have available to use, a window ledge, balcony, narrow side yard, all can become garden spaces with a little ingenuity. Other than the basics – sun, soil and water -‐ there are no hard and fast rules for creating the ideal garden for your setting.
Benefits
Want to grow your own healthy vegetables? You can! Using pots, raised beds, or the smallest footprint of space in the ground. Strawberries, lettuces, tomatoes, peppers, beans, even dwarf blueberries, are some of the produce you can grow in limited garden spaces. Need some outdoor time to relax? Create a privacy hedge around the edge of the patio with raised planters, there you can sit and enjoy the cooling effect of the greenery. Want to commune with nature? Colorful pots on a small patio that hold flowering plants can attract birds and butterflies for your entertainment. Just sit back and watch the show!