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- 1. 1. Decide what to grow based on time, lifestyle, and needs — low-maintenance plants like herbs and lettuce need less frequent attention.
- 2. 2. Select appropriate containers: shallow wide for herbs/lettuce (with screened bottom for root aeration), deeper 6+ liter containers for cherry tomatoes, 10+ liter for larger tomato varieties.
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Method entry — step-by-step container gardening for beginners, covering container selection, soil preparation, planting, watering, and fertilizing.
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1. Decide what to grow based on time, lifestyle, and needs — low-maintenance plants like herbs and lettuce need less frequent attention.
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2. Select appropriate containers: shallow wide for herbs/lettuce (with screened bottom for root aeration), deeper 6+ liter containers for cherry tomatoes, 10+ liter for larger tomato varieties.
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3. Fill containers with well-draining potting soil; add 15% perlite for tomatoes to allow root breathing; punch small holes on container sides for extra air supply.
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4. Plant seeds or transplants with adequate spacing; for herbs, keep 2-3 containers of each variety running for continuous harvest.
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5. Water thoroughly around the base of the plant (not over leaves). For tomatoes, saturate entire visible soil area; wait until soil is dry before re-watering.
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6. Apply slow-release fertilizer at half tablespoon per gallon of soil at planting; supplement with water-soluble fertilizer every 1-2 weeks during growing season.
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7. Position containers strategically for light: herbs need 6+ hours full sun, tomatoes need abundant sunlight. Move containers to adjust exposure.
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8. Harvest regularly by cutting leaves around the base to encourage bushier growth and continuous production.
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