Last summer, the plants grown in the EarthBox and in the pots did great on the back deck, yielding plenty of peppers and tomatoes for all. This year, when the gardening bug bites again, I thinkI'll grab some more containers andtry growing lettuce along with my tomatoes and peppers. And maybe I'll try carrots, too, and perhaps some beans. You know, some squash might also be nice…
Recipes:
Feta-Stuffed TomatoesSweet Pepper-Mango Salsa
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CREATIVE CONTAINERS
Oversize terra-cotta pots, ceramic pots, and metal tubs work great for tomatoes.
Wooden crates or bushel baskets provide sturdy frames for lettuce plants.
The EarthBox will grow just about anything, and it has a built-in irrigation system (toll-free 1-877-475-1501 or www.earthbox.com).
Hanging baskets make happy homes for cherry tomatoes and herbs.
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This article is from the June 2005 issue of Southern Living.
