Bucket Gardening: A garden you can take with grow and take with you! An easy and affordable way to grow your own plants in a temporary garden, on your balcony, patio, or even indoors.

Here are some simple steps to get you’re bucket garden started: –

Step 1: Gather Supplies: To start your bucket garden, you will need a few supplies. These include:

  • A large plastic bucket or container with drainage holes
  • Potting soil
  • Compost
  • Seeds or seedlings of your choice
  • Watering can or hose
  • Fertilizer (optional)

Step 2: Prepare the Bucket: Make sure it has drainage holes at the bottom to allow excess water to drain out. If it doesn’t have any holes, you can create them with a drill or hammer and nail. Next, add a layer of stones or gravel to the bottom of the bucket to improve drainage.

Step 3: Now Fill the Bucket with Soil: a mixture of potting soil and compost (make sure to wear a mask and maybe some nice gardening gloves. A good ratio is 2 parts potting soil to 1 part compost. Mix the soil and compost together well. Fill the bucket about 3/4 full with the soil mixture, leaving enough room for your plants to grow.

 

 

Step 4: Plant Your Seeds or Seedlings: Make small holes in the soil and place your seeds or seedlings inside. Make sure to space them out properly, according to the instructions on the seed packet or the size of the seedlings. Cover the seeds or roots with soil and gently pat it down.

 

 

Step 5: Water and Fertilize Your Plants: Once your plants are in place, water them being careful not to over-water, as this can lead to root rot. You can also add a slow-release fertilizer to the soil to provide your plants with the nutrients they need to grow.

 

Step 6: Care for Your Plants: Now that your bucket garden is planted, it’s important to care for your plants properly. Make sure they get enough sunlight, water them regularly, and prune them as needed. You may also need to add more soil or fertilizer as the plants grow.

 

 

 

Conclusion: Creating a simple and affordable bucket garden is fairly easy and can be very rewarding. With a few basic supplies and some care and attention, you can grow your own plants in even the smallest of spaces. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, bucket gardening is a great way to get started and enjoy the benefits of fresh, home-grown produce.

 

 

Give it a try and see what you can grow, send us photo’s of your bucket garden to share through my the group Facebook/nzbucketgarden