You’ll be able grow edibles that you cannot find anywhere else and extend your growing season by as much at 3 months!
The best part about container gardening? It’s super easy because all the plants need is some sunlight exposure once weekly or less throughout most of their life span so there aren’t many limitations on what kind(s) will work well together!
If you’re looking for the best fruits, vegetables and herbs to grow in containers this is a great list.
We chose them for you because they are all easy-to-grow with consistent yields that provide nutritional benefits!
Best Fruits For Container Gardening
A fruit tree in a container is an investment that pays off over time.
In order for them to grow healthily, it needs good drainage and air circulation of their potting mixture so they can get all the nutrients needed for optimal growth.
You can make your own potting mix from:
- four parts peat moss
- 6 oz dolomite/gallon of peat moss
- two parts compost
- two parts perlite
- two parts sand
- one part garden soil
Put in 1 lb bone meal and Osmocote/100 gallons of prepared potting mix.
Fill the bottom one third with soil, then put your plant inside to fill up all the sides, and make sure the soil level is brought up to 2/3 of the container.
By doing this, you’ll leave some room for future growth.
Meyer Lemon Tree
The Meyer lemon tree is a perfect choice for those who love fruit trees in pots, as it never disappoints.
It’s hardy up to USDA Zone 8 and has shiny evergreen leaves which are fragrant with flowers throughout the year; plus its large bright yellow fruits make this plant an excellent harvest every time!
In a large container, Meyer Lemons are able to grow up 6 feet tall.
It is important that you prune them occasionally in order to maintain their desired height and make sure there are no branches too heavy for the potting soil mixture they live in; this could cause damage when rain washes against it or strong winds knock over your plant’s base.
Blueberries
Growing blueberries in containers can be an excellent way to ensure that you are getting fresh berries year-round.
This fruit grows on shrubs, and its acidic soil needs just the right environment for it – so when growing them as container plants with all their advantages like accessibility from more than one room of your house or office space–you’re guaranteed delicious results every time!
Blueberry plants are beautiful, but they need plenty of sun and water to flourish. You should have two or more varieties in order for fruit set!
Strawberries
You can grow a strawberry patch even if you don’t have access to land!
When grown in pots, this plant’s habit of sprawling outwards is checked and leads them produce better fruit. Harvesting the fruits regularly will ensure continued growth along with removing any unwanted babies plants that may form as well.
Columnar apple
During apple season, you’ll find a flood of all kinds on store shelves.
But, it is fun to plant your very own tree and pluck an almost-ripe fruit straight off the branch! For best results, choose columnar apples because they don’t require much pruning–just some light shears will do in order for them to bear abundant crops year after year.
One of the best ways to get a jump start on your apple tree-growing season is by planting columnar varieties in large containers with 5 or 10 gallon capacity. You’ll need more than one though, so be sure to find sunny spot near an area that gets regular watering!
Mulberry
The mulberry is a tree that many people might not want to have in their backyard because of its stain. However, you may enjoy the fruit when it’s ripe and has such an interesting flavor!
Grow a dwarf variety in a large container and place it at arm’s length from your deck so that the mulberries don’t get to ruin all of those hard work. Make sure you still have an easy access for yourself, though!
Passion fruit
The subtropics is the place to be if you’re looking for an amazing gruit.
This strong-smelling herb can grow as an annual in large containers, or just about anywhere else with plenty of water and some sunlight (and occasional feeding). You’ll have fresh fruit each year from your garden.
Best Vegetables To Grow In Containers
All vegetables, except leafy ones need plenty of sunlight and rich soil. Almost all annuals are grown from seeds or seedlings that must be replaced each year to avoid destruction by pests.
Tomatoes
There are many benefits to growing your own tomatoes at home. They can be grown in containers, which means that you’ll have a steady supply all year long!
But keep in mind this plant needs plenty of sunlight and rich soil with compost added for nutrients – so make sure it has enough space. Also, don’t forget to water your tomatoes, as they need plenty of water too!
Bell Peppers
Growing bell peppers in 2 gal pots is a great way to grow them.
You can keep the plants outside during the day and indoors if night time temperatures are low, but by hand pollinating it you’ll increase yield even more!
To do this simply take soft paint brushes or shake your plant regularly while its flowers open up.
Cucumbers
Growing cucumbers in containers is a most rewarding experience even for first-time gardeners.
With the bush type hybrids, you can harvest frequently to avoid weighing down your vines and still get an ample crop!
Potatoes
When you want a taste of fresh potatoes, but don’t have the time or space to dig up your garden’s full yield – use containers.
They are easy and require little maintenance once planted in an area that is well drained; just make sure not too much water accumulates around them as root rot can set.
Fill the pot to about 1 inch below ground level with a well-draining type of potting soil. You can add more when small potatoes start forming on roots near surface or fill it up all together if you want!
Carrots
Carrots are a really great plant for those who want to create their own garden.
To grow your carrots the easy way, you can use a large tub and plant them in 3-4 inches of soil. Start by making ½ inch depression for each carrot seedling about 2-3 inches apart; then sow two seeds per hole with no disturbing when they have their first true leaves because these will be weaker than later ones!
Don’t pull any others off as they develop strong roots quickly from this point on.
Make sure not too much rainfall gets into its shallow planting conditions, which means watering every couple days while sunny weather lasts but don’t forget to check them daily.
Radishes
Radishes are a great crop for container culture. They can be grown in pots as small as 6 inches deep, but it is best to use deeper ones if you have the space and would like longer harvest time- about 60 days or more!
Fill your potting mix with rich compost-based soil (no peat moss). Sow seeds 2 – 3″ apart from one another depending on plant variety preference; round red varieties should go 1 inch under other types while long whites need at least 4″.
Once planted take care not to overwater because excessive moisture encourages rot fungus growths easily.
Beets
Beets are a cool looking plant that can be grown easily in any kind of container. Sow the seeds 3-4 inches apart, but thin them out later if necessary with snips or scissors – though not before cooking!
The beet greens have been used for centuries as both food and medicine; they’re high on nutrients such like vitamins A + C while low in calories (50 calories per serving).
Spinach
When you grow spinach in pots, its easy to move it around. For example your plants can go outside for some extra sun during Spring and Summer when it’s mild enough but bring them indoors if things get too cold- they need shelter from winter’s freezing temperatures!
Sow the seeds 8” deep in pots. A well-draining medium will help avoid wet feet, since these plants like to have plenty of water but do not like soggy soil! To harvest all you need is one good tug and they’ll be yours.
Lettuce
Growing lettuce in containers is fun and easy. Use small pots or long, rectangular boxes for individual plants that are well-drained with a sandy soil mix (like potting soil).
Space the seeds to be 6 inches apart when growing them from seedlings up until harvest time – this way you’ll have plenty of leaves on your salad!