In today's increasingly fast-paced urban life, more and more people are paying attention to green life, while the gardening of the balcony has become an environmentally friendly and healthy trend. Whether you're a busy worker or a horticultural enthusiast who likes to do it, you can harvest fresh vegetables and vegetables in a limited space, if you know some basic ways to grow them。
I. Selection of suitable planting containers
As the balcony space is limited, the selection of suitable planting containers is the first step. The following are common:
- flower basins: suitable for small-scale cultivation, such as tomatoes, lettuce, etc。
- growing boxes: the space is larger and suitable for a variety of vegetables to grow simultaneously。
- hanged flower basins: space-saving, suitable for the cultivation of vanilla plants such as rohler, mints。
- foam or plastic boxes: low-cost, air-absorptionable, suitable for planting leaves and vegetables。
It is recommended that containers with drainage holes be selected at the bottom to prevent the accumulation of water from causing root decay。
Selection of quality soils and fertilizers
The need for soil is high for balcony cultivation, with the choice of nutrient-rich soil with a high capacity for laxity, gas and water protection. The organic soil sold on the market can be purchased or distributed by itself, for example by proportional mixing of lands, leaves and river sand。
For fertilization, organic fertilizers such as earthworm manure, composting or liquid manure are recommended. Avoiding the use of chemical fertilizers that affect the taste and safety of vegetables。
Iii. Rational scheduling of light and temperature
Most vegetables require adequate sunlight, with at least 4-6 hours of direct light per day. If the balcony is ill-lighted, it is possible to choose vaginal vegetables, such as lettuce, spinach, cuisine, etc。
In terms of temperature, most vegetables are suitable for growth between 15°c and 28°c. In the summer, sun-shield cooling is observed, and in the winter warms are kept warm, using curtains or moving indoors when necessary。
Scientific water and pest control
The application of the “dry-and-wet” principle should be followed to avoid frequent watering to cause oxygen deficiency. The use of canteens or drip irrigation systems can increase water efficiency。
Pest and disease control is primarily preventive, and the presence of pests in the leaves and tubers is regularly checked. The use of chemical pesticides can be avoided by natural deworming agents such as homemade pepper and garlic。
Vegetable species suitable for balcony cultivation
- vegetable: lettuce, spinach, oatmeal, cabbage, etc。
- vegetables: tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, eggplants, etc。
- vanilla: roller, mint, rosemary, fragrance, etc。
- roots: carrots, carrots, onions, etc. (deeper containers)。
Vi. Daily management and harvesting
Regular cutting of dead leaves and promotion of branches have helped to improve production and quality. The timely harvesting of vegetables not only ensures taste but also encourages the continued growth of plants, depending on their growth cycle。
Through these simple steps, even on a small balcony, the pleasure of planting and the joy of harvesting can be enjoyed. Growing vegetables is not only a way of life, but also a form of intimacy and respect for nature. Starting today, build your mini garden
