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Make the most of your space by choosing quick growers like lettuce, radishes or beets instead, vegetables that offer high yields or repeat harvests such as zucchini or chard, or high-value herbs.
Space-saving forms of fruits such as cordon or step-over forms of apple and pear, cane fruits such as raspberry and, of course, compact strawberries are all wise choices for small gardens.
Efficient Plant Spacing
Grow plants in beds narrow enough to reach into the center from each side. This makes it easier to grow in blocks, with plants spaced equidistantly. As well as making best use of the space, growing plants like this crowds out weeds, helps to concentrate resources where they’re needed, avoids the risk of compacting the soil by stepping on it, and makes tending your crops easier.
The Square Foot Gardening takes intensive growing one step further using deep raised beds and a special soil mix designed for optimal root growth.
Use Containers
Containers are easily moved to make the most of sunny areas or to protect plants from harsh weather. They can be used on any surface.
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