Vertical Garden 34 Ways to Plant Vegetables

Live in the city? In an apartment or house with little space and can not even dream of gardening . But he still wants to grow a garden, although he knows he doesn't have enough space. Today we have very original ideas for you to inspire you to create a vertical garden and grow your own fresh herbs and vegetables.

Vertical kitchen garden

It is very possible that you have not thought about the vertical space that you have available on the balcony for example. If so, then I have good news for you. While the limited spaces of city life can be frustrating for the urban gardener, having a garden is not an impossible mission.

Vertical garden with irrigation system in the garden

In fact, with a little planning and imagination, a garden can be grown anywhere, regardless of space.

A way to grow rare vegetables

We are sure that after seeing these photos you will consider growing a vertical garden in your home. You can easily produce a good amount of fresh vegetables and herbs without taking up much space.

Orchard with lettuce in an upright position

Vertical garden is easy to create. You can create orchards with shelves, hanging baskets, hanging pots and even plastic bottles.

Vertical garden of bamboo vegetables

The first step is to determine the climatic conditions of the area where you live and the place where you want to place the garden, such as the balcony for example. The amount of sunlight will be the most important factor and will determine the progress of your plants and their life in the urban environment.

Orchard on the small balcony to raise cucumbers

For example, if you live in an area surrounded by buildings everywhere, your balcony or patio may be in the shade most of the time. Therefore, you should choose your plants depending on your need for light.

Vegetables in bags hanging on the fence in the garden

Our advice is to opt for the cultivation of a small selection of carefully chosen herbs and vegetables, we are sure that this will lead to success.

Fence on which the vegetables are hung

If you are new to gardening, it is better to raise only five types of vegetables instead of fifteen. Over time, you will learn which herbs and vegetables work best in your microclimate and which ones you like best.

Options of a garden with herbs in the kitchen

Now we will try to list some of the best vegetables and herbs to grow in urban gardens of all kinds, very suitable for beginner gardeners. In addition to being easy to grow and productive, many of these crops are well adapted to grow in small spaces.

Vegetable ideas in plastic pots

If you are a big fan of lettuce salads, be sure to plant lettuce. Radishes are very easy to grow and they look very pretty, but if you don't like to eat them, then don't choose to sow them.

Very original natural decoration for the wall

If the space is small, choose plants and herbs that are not very large. Zucchini, for example, can grow in a not very large bowl, but its leaves can become huge, so it is not a good idea to raise them on the balcony.

Palette garden for strawberries

Peas are a very good option and the taste of a fresh pea directly from the plant has no comparison. Thanks to its vertical growth, peas don't take up much space - just be sure to set up a trellis.

An entire wall converted from an orchard and flower garden

Peas are a cold season crop and are planted directly in the soil as seeds in late winter or early spring in most areas.

Pepper garden with irrigation system

Another perfect vegetable for vertical orchards are radishes. A few colored radishes are some of the first vegetables that can be harvested in the spring. This attractive seasonal plant grows rapidly and takes up little space, making it an ideal choice for gardeners with small space.

Ideas to raise lettuce in pipes

Let's go for a herb like mint. Want your own supply of mint tea? It's so easy to raise a mint plant. This perennial herb grows so vigorously that it should always be planted in pots or containers otherwise, it can occupy your entire garden. This plant is a great choice for vertical gardens in apartments.

Ideas to have your own fresh vegetables at home

Chives with the next option that we propose their stems cut with scissors add a delicious flavor to eggs, pasta, salad to almost everything. In stores and fruit shops, they can be hard to find but in the gardens, they are incredibly easy to grow. This perennial herb has a very long harvest season.

Very large urban garden

We cannot ignore lettuce. If you decide to grow lettuce our advice is that you choose a very cool place and exposed to the sun lettuce grows very fast. To enjoy a good lettuce crop you must water it very well. Lettuce does not support droughts and is a plant that requires a lot of water.

Options for very small balconies

Cabbage is another very popular and low maintenance vegetable. There is a great diversity of varieties, with different shapes and colors. If you are sowing cabbage in containers, you can sow seeds similar to lettuce and harvest tender vegetables.

One more option to raise herbs on the very small balcony

Many of the cabbage varieties need rich soil. Each variety grows in a different climate and season the curly variety is a Mediterranean plant that is best raised in the summer or in warm environments. But there are other varieties that support frost and can be raised in winter.

Vegetables in small pots

Cherry tomatoes are perfect for beginner gardeners as they are resistant to disease. Be sure to build a trellis for long vines, and plant them in a sunny place, where they are protected from the rain.

Very pretty strawberry orchard

Of the herbs we only mention mint but there are many types of herbs that can be sown in a vertical garden. Chives, lemongrass, mint, oregano, parsley and thyme are the easiest herbs to grow in a sunny vertical garden. Other herbs, such as basil and rosemary, can be grown but with a little extra care.

Red painted pallet garden

We almost forgot to mention strawberries. In addition to having very sweet fruits, strawberries in a bowl are a very beautiful decorative element. You can put your vertical garden near your resting place, then you can easily pick up a strawberry while relaxing in the garden. An orchard with strawberries is the classic and very sweet option.

Herbs in metal containers

Pepper can certainly be chosen before other plants for an orchard, but its fruits ripen slowly. We advise you to harvest peppers of all types is an advantage to delight your palate. They are tasty and are a bright addition to a patio or garden balcony.

One more option to raise lettuce in vertical orchards

Carrots are another option to grow in a home garden. The best time to raise them is autumn or spring. There are some types that are ready to sow in a month. You can opt for the traditional long and thin carrot, but you can also find some short and plump.

Vegetables in wooden pots hanging on the garden fence

Finally we advise you to be creative and find something that works for you and your particular space. The growth of a vertical garden is the perfect way for urban gardeners and all people who do not have enough space but want to enjoy a harvest of fresh vegetables.