Balcony
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A 2 m² Balcony Layout That Grows Real Food
One tomato, a salad trough, two railing planters and a wall of pockets: a worked plan for a tiny balcony, with pot sizes and the weight check most plans skip.
17 Sept 2026
How to Grow Garlic in a Pot: Plant in November, Pick in July
Garlic is one of the few crops you plant now. Five cloves in a pot in November give five bulbs next summer, with almost no work.
7 Sept 2026
Are Balcony Railing Planters Safe?
They can be, if you choose the right type and keep them light. Here's what to check before hanging anything off a rail.
7 Jul 2026
Cut-and-Come-Again Salad: How Many Cuts to Expect
One of the best first crops for a small space. Expect three to five cuts per sowing, and sow again every few weeks.
26 Apr 2026
Do Companion Plants Deter Pests on a Balcony? What the Evidence Says
A few pairings are backed by real studies. Most aren't. Here's which are worth a pot on a small balcony.
25 Apr 2026
North-Facing Balcony: What Will Grow in Shade
A shady balcony can still feed you. Salad, spinach, kale, mint, chives and parsley all cope. Tomatoes and chillies won't.
12 Apr 2026
Best Pots for Growing Tomatoes on a UK Balcony
At least 30 litres, deeper rather than wider, plastic or fabric, with proper drainage. The pot matters more than the feed.
1 Mar 2026