I found a sunny spot facing south a few steps outside my front door. It’s in a shared breezeway. That could be a concern, except that the walkway goes nowhere. No one ever uses the area, but you can see it from everywhere. Here was my only challenge in setting up my garden. It has to be pretty. I found several lightweight plastic pots at my neighborhood Lowe's home improvement store. Problem solved. They look like stone from a distance and are just the right size (fifteen inches square). At only $17.00 each I bought five. They are tall enough so I don’t have to squat to plant, water or harvest. Fabulous.
Finding just the right container is the only time consuming part of setting up your garden. It’s a one time activity though. So I suggest taking your time to get it right. I went to five or six stores before I found what I liked, but I’m picky. It might take you fewer trips. If your garden isn’t visible to your neighbors this won’t be an issue for you. It was for me, but it was time well spent. My neighbors are delighted. A once neglected area is now a lovely garden. These days, I not only harvest veggies, but compliments too.
Next time, I’ll show you my gardening tools (all three of them) and explain how I planted my garden. In the meantime, find a sunny spot nearby which receives six or more hours of direct sunshine each day.
Until next time,
Elizabeth
