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Article Title: Top Picks for Small Urban Gardens in 2020
Published on January 10, 2020, by Jessica Dawe
In the heart of the city, growing a garden can be a challenge. However, with the right planters and composters, you can cultivate a thriving urban oasis. Here are some recommendations for the best garden planters and composters for small spaces in 2020.
Self-Watering Planters
For hassle-free gardening, self-watering planters like the Vego Garden EZ Home Planter are a great choice. These compact, mobile containers, often around 15" in dimension, are made from breathable recycled materials. This design helps maintain healthy plant roots while saving time and effort.
Stylish and Durable Planters
For a more stylish and durable option, consider weather-resistant fiberglass or poly-stone planters from designer brands. These modern pieces are suited to patios or small spaces and come in a variety of sizes and colours.
Composters for Small Spaces
Add-as-you-go compost bins, such as wooden or plastic ones with hardware cloth bottoms, are ideal for small urban gardens. These low-maintenance systems deter pests and allow easy layering of kitchen scraps and garden waste. Simply turn and balance the "greens" and "browns" (wet and dry organic material) occasionally to produce useful humus.
Space-Saving Planters
Compact planters with self-watering features are perfect for maximizing care and space in a small garden. For example, the VegTrug Wallhugger Raised Garden Planter is designed to hug walls for space-saving purposes.
Specialised Planters
If you're growing herbs, consider the VegTrug Herb Planter. This planter is specifically designed for herbs, making it an excellent choice for a herb garden.
The Garden Tower 2
The Garden Tower 2 is a versatile option, combining a vertical garden planter and composter in one. This innovative design allows you to compost organic waste while growing plants vertically, making the most of your limited space.
Additional Tips
- Choose compact planters with self-watering features to optimize care and space.
- Use low-fuss composting systems like wire bins or trench composting that fit in limited space and maintain garden hygiene by covering food scraps appropriately.
- Herb, vegetable, and pollinator-friendly gardens thrive best in small spaces, so select planters and composters that support these types of plants efficiently.
With these recommendations, you can create a productive and beautiful urban garden in 2020. Happy gardening!
Note: This article does not provide specific details about the dimensions or capacity of the Natural Cedar Elevated Garden Planter, 4 x 2 Cedar Potting Bench, or the Premium Drinking Water Safe Garden Hose. Information about the Aerobin 200 Insulated Composter, Worm Factory 360 Composter, VegTrug Raised Garden Planter, VegTrug Wallhugger Raised Garden Planter, and VegTrug Herb Planter is limited to their being raised garden planters made of natural wood, with the VegTrug Herb Planter being specifically designed for herbs. The Maine Garden Hod is mentioned but not described in detail.
Incorporating a VegTrug Wallhugger Raised Garden Planter for space-saving purposes could be advantageous for those with small urban gardens, matching the minimalist lifestyle commonly associated with home-and-garden design in city settings. For herb enthusiasts seeking a specialized planter, the VegTrug Herb Planter is an ideal option to create a thriving herb garden within limited spaces.
