Balcony Vegetable Garden - How to Grow a Garden on a Balcony Using Vertical Garden Planters

If you have downsized, or simply would love to feel nature and all you have is your apartment balcony, there is a way!

Using the vertical space and less floor space is the key to enjoying this area.  Any nature whether flowers, greenery, herbs or vegetables have been knows to reduce stress and if you can't get to the forest then bring some forest to you!

Vertical Gardening Kit

Step 1 - Measure out your space - Figure out just how much floor space you can dedicate to plants.  Since large pots take up lots of floor area it is best to try and fit as much as you can in a small area.  This 5 tier shelf is only 11 inches deep and is designed for outdoor use.

5 Tier Balcony Shelf Unit

You would then need to invest in pots that would fit on these shelves. You could get square ones all the same size especially if you wish to grow herbs, or some veggies. This way you could use all the shelf space and totally transform the plain brick wall at one end or even both ends of your balcony.

5 Tier Self Watering Vertical Garden Planter

This one is a bit more of an investment but is super cool. It is free standing, takes up very little room and can basically transform your balcony or small patio into a complete veggie or flower garden.

It is self watering, meaning you don't have to water each pocket, you simply fill the reservoir at the top and it trickles down to all the pockets. You could pick your own tomatoes, strawberries, even potatoes. Super cool idea for a balcony or small patio or a rental space where you can't dig up the yard.

Vertical Garden Kits

Western Red Cedar Made in the USA

If you prefer cedar, this vertical garden planter will fit the bill nicely.  It also includes a irrigation system to keep your plants watered.  This looks awesome when filled with veggies and basically anything green and alive.

Imagine sitting outside on your balcony with your morning coffee...

......or that glass of wine after work surrounded by vertical gardens.  The problem with small balconies has always been the floor space.  By the time you get your little table and chairs out there there, you are tripping over large round flower pots etc.

Cedar Vertical Garden Planters

By using the vertical space and less floor space, you can not only have a beautiful flower garden to enjoy and d-stress with, but you can also grow your own food.  No need to start seeds inside if you have a roof and sides to your balcony because frost doesn't tend to penetrate these areas.

The side walls are perfect for gardens to give you something better to look at than the brick walls.  There are no holes to be drilled or hangers to install.

Heirloom Herb Seed Collection

If you love the idea of growing your own herbs, you can do this on the balcony too. Imagine picking your own when you are cooking by simply stepping out to the balcony or patio from your vertical gardens.

You can get this nice heirloom non GMO seed collection from a real seed company online.  Just click the picture or the link.  This is a best seller with over 200 reviews at this writing of happy customers.

How to Make a Pallet Vertical Garden Planter

This is a really cool video.  If you have wall space that you are allowed to attach to, this would be awesome, but I would also think that you cool simply lean the pallet against the wall if there is no wind on your balcony.

He even shows you have to create awesome little planters from soda bottles.  This is a really neat way to decorate a balcony wall or small patio fence, or I am sure you could rig this to stand alone.

I know in my area there are pallets everywhere for firewood, so this would be a great way to get free vertical planters if you don't mind a little bit of DIY.

Are you inspired to create your own oasis yet?


I hope you are, I know I am inspired to get more use out of my tiny patio area.  If you rent your space, the above balcony gardening ideas hopefully have got you inspired.

 For a small investment you can now basically turn any area into an instant oasis.

Whether you attach to the wall or have a free standing planter, there are ways to turn even the tiniest of spots into a welcoming green space and even food.  ENJOY!

Vertical Garden Planters are Perfect for Any Rental Space

Many landlords are not a fan of you digging up their yards especially if you are renting a house or townhouse.

But don't let that defeat you.  You can still grow your own veggies, herbs or flowers using portable vertical gardening kits and planters.  Make your own such as with the pallet idea and some garden cloth or purchase different styles online.

Also check out Vertical Gardening Books for more ideas.

You could instantly create a gorgeous oasis or retreat on a tiny patio or backyard without so much as a spade dug in the ground.  You can get lots of big round pots for the ground, but then you risk killing the grass and taking up a lot of space, I totally love the idea of free standing vertical gardens that take up very little ground or floor space.

This is something to consider if you are renting and want to personalize your outdoor space no matter how small it is.  Create your very own portable retreat or oasis.