Growing on a balcony
Having a big garden is great, but we don't all live in houses with big plots. Do you have a balcony? Then you still have a perfect place to grow! With a few pots, good soil and a little creativity you can create your own green oasis, filled with spices, vegetables and berries – all on your own.
Start simple: get some pretty pots, fill them with soil, plant a seed and you're good to go. Your balcony can become your own little garden, where sun, wind and rain can do the work. So why not take the chance and grow your own fresh produce, ready to pick whenever you want?
Before you start your gardening project, check if your housing association has any rules. Then it's time to think smart – how much sun does your balcony get? What plants thrive there? Most vegetables and herbs love sun and warmth, so that's a good start!
Go for larger pots – this gives the plants more space and helps them grow better. In addition, the soil retains moisture longer, which means less watering for you. Don't forget to choose good soil and fertilizer that is suitable for balcony growing, so that your plants get all the nutrition they need.
When the risk of frost is over, you can put your pots out and get started for real. Do you have a glazed balcony? Perfect, then you can start even earlier. Keep an eye on the weather and let the cultivation take off. Soon you will have a green oasis that will impress everyone!
Spices
Want to add some extra flavor to your balcony? Grow your own spices! It's easy, cheap and incredibly rewarding to be able to pick fresh spices right from your balcony while you cook. Here are some spices that work perfectly for growing in pots:
- Basil
- Oregano
- Chive
- Thyme
- Lemon balm
- Sage
- Rosemary
They are little flavor bombs that give your cooking an extra kick – and they are also easy to grow!
Vegetables
Do you dream of growing your own vegetables, but don't have a garden? No problem! The balcony is a great place to grow, and it's easier than you think. Whether you start from seed or buy ready-made plants, you can create a mini vegetable garden in pots or planters. Here are some vegetables that are perfect for balcony life:
- Tomato
- Potato
- Chili pepper
- Onion
- Watercress
- Romaine lettuce
With a little love and the right pot, you can harvest your own vegetables in no time.
Fruits and berries
Growing fruit and berries on your balcony is not only delicious, it also gives you a really cozy feeling. Here are some fruit and berry favorites that work perfectly on a sunny balcony:
- Strawberries : Plant them in pots or hanging baskets. With plenty of sun you will get sweet and tasty berries.
- Wild strawberries : Small, delicious berries that love the sun and work perfectly in small pots.
- Cherry tomatoes : Small tomatoes that grow quickly and taste amazing – perfect for the smaller spaces of the balcony.
- Citrus plants : Lemon trees or lime bushes add an exotic touch, but make sure they get plenty of sun and are protected from the cold.
- Currants : Currant bushes in pots? Absolutely! They thrive in both sun and partial shade and produce really good berries.
Don't forget to use good soil and the right fertilizer, and water regularly. Adapt your plants to the climate of your balcony, and soon you'll be picking your own fresh harvest. How nice doesn't that sound?