This article guide:
Choose the right potted vegetable varieties, prepare planting tools and materials, soil treatment, sowing or transplanting, daily management, and harvesting.
With the accelerating pace of urban life, more and more people are beginning to pay attention to home gardening, and potted vegetables have become a new favorite of many families due to their small occupied area, easy management, and the combination of ornamental and practical features. How to use ordinary soil to grow potted vegetables at home? Here is a detailed planting guide.
Choose the right potted vegetable varieties
Choose suitable potted vegetable varieties according to personal preferences and planting environment. Common potted vegetables include lettuce, coriander, tomatoes, peppers, etc. These vegetables are not only easy to grow but also rich in nutrients, making them ideal choices for home potted plants.
Prepare planting tools and materials
1. Potted container: Choose containers with good breathability and drainage holes at the bottom, such as ceramic pots, plastic pots, etc.
2. Ordinary soil: Although ordinary soil can be used to grow potted vegetables, it is best to choose soil with good breathability and drainage, such as peat soil, perlite, etc.
3. Fertilizer: Organic fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer to provide sufficient nutrients for potted vegetables.
4. Watering tools: Spray bottle or watering can for daily watering.
Soil treatment
1. Mix ordinary soil with organic fertilizer in a 1:1 ratio and stir well.
2. Sieve the mixed soil to remove impurities and stones.
3. Place the treated soil in the potted container, with a thickness of about 10-15 centimeters.
Sowing or transplanting
1. Sowing: Sprinkle seeds evenly on the soil surface, cover with a thin layer of fine soil, and then spray water to keep the soil moist.
2. Transplanting: Remove the seedlings from the seedling tray and gently place them in the potted container, taking care not to damage the roots.
Daily management
1. Watering: Keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging, adjusting the watering frequency according to the weather and plant growth.
2. Fertilizing: During the growing period, apply organic fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer every 15-20 days.
3. Lighting: Place the potted vegetables in a sunny area, ensuring at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
4. Weeding: Regularly remove weeds from the soil surface to avoid affecting the growth of potted vegetables.
Harvesting
Potted vegetables have a short growth cycle, generally ready for harvest 30-60 days after sowing. When harvesting, gently pull up or cut the mature vegetables, taking care not to damage other unripe vegetables.
Planting potted vegetables with ordinary soil not only enriches family life but also provides fresh and healthy vegetables for the family. By following the steps above, I believe you will be able to successfully grow delicious potted vegetables. Let's enjoy the fun of planting together!