Waterlogging can be avoided by using containers with drainage holes. Make sure the pots fit your plants.
Use high-quality potting mix or mix compost, perlite, and peat moss or coconut coir equally. Drainage, aeration, and moisture retention are ideal with this combination.
Utilize vertical space with hanging baskets, trellises, or wall planters. This maximizes space and supports climbing tomatoes, cucumbers, and beans.
Install drip irrigation or water reservoirs in larger containers to maintain moisture levels and reduce watering.
Pair herbs with veggies or pest-repellent flowers like marigolds with tomatoes in a container.
Cover the dirt with mulch or ornamental stones. This prevents weeds, retains moisture, and controls soil temperature.
Supplement the soil with organic fertilizers or compost tea every few weeks to provide essential nutrients for healthy plant growth.
Get creative and repurpose various items as plant containers, like old buckets, barrels, or wooden crates. Ensure these items have proper drainage and can hold soil.