Container gardening is a great way to utilize smaller areas of your backyard to grow plants. They are especially helpful for cultivating vegetables throughout the year. As Fall approaches, now is a great time to plan for growing some Fall and Winter crops. Below, we will discuss some plants that will be great to harvest from your container garden in the cooler months ahead. This article is focused on options for USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 7b, which includes New York City.
Container Garden Leafy Greens
Leafy veggies such as kale, cabbage, spinach, and lettuce can grow well in colder weather. Because they do not root deeply, these plants are great choices for container gardens. For more adventurous growers, collards, mustard, arugula, and Swiss chard may require a bit more care, but should also be able to grow well in your container garden.
Root Vegetables
Turnips, carrots, beets, and radishes are hearty plants that can handle the colder temperatures of the months ahead. Root vegetables make great additions to your cold-weather dishes, and can be wonderful additions to the Thanksgiving table.
Garlic and Onions
Garlic and onions are welcome additions to any kitchen. These crops are well-known deterrents to pests and wild animals. They can help protect nearby crops from animal invaders, so they are helpful for any beginner gardener. They can also be easily converted into spice powder with the use of your oven or a dehydrator.
Container Garden Set Ups With Russo’s Landscaping
Our team of landscaping design specialists can create a wonderful container garden set up for your backyard, just in time to plant your favorite fall crops. Transform your backyard into the perfect place to cultivate your green thumb. Container gardens are especially great for patio spaces and smaller backyards.
The USDA Plant Hardiness map provides information on which plants grow best in your area. Staten Island falls under the range of 7b. When choosing plants to grow in your garden, research plants that grow well in this range.
For over 40 years, Russo’s Landscaping has offered professional and quality landscaping services on Staten Island. Contact us or call us at 718-727-7914 to discuss your landscape renovation needs.