10 Best Container Gardening Vegetables for your Courtyard

Use a large pot with good drainage, water regularly, and fertilize every two weeks.

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Use a 12-inch deep container, supported with a stake or cage.

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Use a trellis or hanging basket, a pot that's at least 18 inches deep and wide.

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Use a shallow container that's at least 6 inches deep, placed in a sunny location.

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Use small pots or window boxes, provide sun and well-drained soil, and water sparingly.

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Use an 8-inch deep container, thin out seedlings, water well, and feed with low-nitrogen fertilizer.

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Use a 6-inch deep container, keep the soil moist and cool, and harvest when leaves are young.

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Use a large pot that's at least 14 inches deep and wide, supported with a stake or cage.

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Use a shallow container that's at least 4 inches deep, sow seeds thinly, and keep soil moist.

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Use an 8-inch deep container, water well, and feed with nitrogen-rich fertilizer.

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