Container vegetable gardening

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Almost any type of container can be used if it provides good drainage through holes in the bottom or around the sides near the bottom. If adding holes, drill four or more 1/4-inch holes evenly spaced around the container bottom. To further help drainage, put about 1/2-inch of coarse gravel, small stones, or pieces of a broken clay pot in the bottom. These items are not a substitute for drainage holes.

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Location—Nearly all vegetables grow and produce best when grown in full sunlight. Plants that bear fruit, such as cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant, require the most sun. Leafy vegetables (lettuce, cabbage, greens, spinach, and parsley) tolerate more shade than root crops (radishes, beets, and onions). Containers should be placed where they will receive at least 6 hours of sunlight per day.
Watering—Plants grown in containers require frequent watering because they dry out quickly from sun and wind. Some plants may require daily watering. Apply enough water to reach the bottom of the container and allow the excess to drain through the drainage holes. Never allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings; this may cause the plants to drop their fruits and fl owers. However, overwatering also will slowly kill plants because the roots will not receive enough oxygen. When watering, avoid wetting the leaves, especially if watering late in the day. Wet leaves encourage the development of plant diseases.
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