Where to grow
Pick the space you have. Each method page tells you what grows well there and what to avoid.
Different spaces, same joy
Explore growing spaces
Pick the space you have and see what grows well there.
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In the ground Beds dug directly into garden soil. 38 plants grow well here
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Raised beds Framed beds filled with soil mix; warmer, better drained, easier on the back. 35 plants grow well here
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Containers Pots, tubs and troughs on patios, steps and roofs. 38 plants grow well here
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Grow bags Fabric or plastic bags of mix; cheap, portable, good drainage. 11 plants grow well here
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Balcony Small, often windy spaces with strong light on one side. 25 plants grow well here
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Windowsill Indoor growing on the brightest sill you have. 13 plants grow well here
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Indoors Growing inside, with window light or grow lights. 15 plants grow well here
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Greenhouse Protected growing that extends the season and shelters warm-season crops. 20 plants grow well here
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Hydroponics Soil-free growing in nutrient solution. 12 plants grow well here
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Vertical garden Towers, pockets and stacked planters that grow upwards. 7 plants grow well here
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Tabletop and mini gardens Trays, bowls and small kits that fit on a table. 10 plants grow well here
Compare growing spaces
How many plants each space suits, and the best of them.
| Space | Grow best | Grow well | Top picks |
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| In the ground | 32 | 6 | Asparagus Beets Blackberries |
| Raised beds | 23 | 12 | Beets Bell peppers Broccoli |
| Containers | 21 | 17 | Aloe vera Avocado Basil |
| Grow bags | 3 | 8 | Potatoes Strawberries Tomatoes |
| Balcony | 10 | 15 | Basil Chili peppers Lettuce |
| Windowsill | 3 | 10 | Aloe vera Basil Microgreens |
| Indoors | 5 | 10 | Aloe vera Basil Microgreens |
| Greenhouse | 14 | 6 | Aloe vera Avocado Basil |
| Hydroponics | 4 | 8 | Basil Lettuce Microgreens |
| Vertical garden | 2 | 5 | Green beans Strawberries |
| Tabletop and mini gardens | 3 | 7 | Aloe vera Basil Microgreens |
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