Space A Problem - A Table Top Container Garden Could Be The Answer

Space can be a big problem in a big city, apartments, and other small areas. A table top container garden could be the answer you have been looking for. Many people love living in a big city, but are discouraged when they have no room for any type of plant specimens. Do you have a small balcony area, or a tiny spot on your rooftop condo? The great aspect of a table top garden is the containers or pots can be any size. This can be a very simple and inexpensive type of garden project.

Table Top Container Garden

You can plant your favorite vegetables, herb, or flowers on the table, and enjoy the wonderful aroma and color of each individual plant. The above picture shows you seven different plants. Three are in large pots and four are in different sizes. There is enough space for you to sit down and enjoy your favorite meal, and reap the benefits of a few fresh vegetables and herbs.

Smaller Containers

Large Containers

The four smaller containers can be different sizes. In the first photo, Sage, Rosemary, Banana Pepper, and Lemon Balm were planted. In the three larger containers, there are two Big Boy Tomato plants and Cinnamon Basil. All of these plants provide a great look and taste. There are many different species you can use for a table top garden. In the spices and herb section, there are many possibilities for your limited space.

Another idea is to plant some small evergreen shrubs in containers on your table. In the gallery of plants section, gallery of plants section, there a variety of small shrubs and flowers to also consider. Just like any outside garden, a table top container garden should be planned out. Your space is limited, so consider what size containers would fit, yet allowing you to enjoy that special time outdoors. Pick out your favorite colors that would coordinate with your small space. If you live in an apartment building, create an atmosphere with your containers that reflect a specific theme, such as a tropical or whimsical. Match the color of your containers with other outdoor features around you. Imagine getting off from a hard day at work, stuck in traffic for a long time, and sitting down to dinner with your favorite fresh vegetable right at your finger tip. Maybe you have been running the children all over and forgot to pick up some Basil to accent your meal. Go right out to your table garden and clip a few leaves off the Basil plant.

There was a question not too long ago on a person wanting fresh tomatoes, but she didn't have an area big enough to have a ground or any type of garden. The table top container garden is a perfect solution to this problem. She just wanted one tomato plant and anther option is to have a decorative container on a step. Below is a picture of a container with parsley.

Parsley

If your area is limited to a small table, consider doing one pot with a few different plants in them. A combination of a couple of herbs and a vegetable could be a great addition for you. If you live in an area that has very little room, the table top container garden may be the answer for you.