Balcony Gardening Kits
ZOMAE kits for balcony gardeners. Grow real food in pots, on a small balcony, with the right varieties and complete guides.
You don’t need a yard. You need 4-6 hours of sun and a few pots.
What We Recommend
First Harvest Kit ($34)
Best for: First-time balcony growers Includes: Cherry tomato, basil, lettuce, radish, bush bean Space: 3-4 pots, 5-gallon minimum Sun: 6+ hours Harvest: 25-60 days
Small Space, Real Food ($32)
Best for: Balconies with 6+ hours of sun Includes: Bush tomato, mini pepper, basil, lettuce, radish Space: 4-5 pots, 5-gallon for tomatoes Sun: 6-8 hours Harvest: 25-75 days
Fall & Cool Season Kit ($30)
Best for: Balconies with 4-6 hours of sun Includes: Broccoli, kale, spinach, lettuce, radish Space: 4-5 pots, 3-gallon Sun: 4-6 hours Harvest: 25-80 days
Balcony Growing Basics
Sun: Most vegetables need 6+ hours. Leafy greens tolerate 4-6. Pots: 5-gallon minimum for tomatoes and peppers. 1-2 gallon for herbs and greens. Water: Daily in summer. Check soil moisture every morning. Wind: Stake tall plants. Wind dries soil faster. Weight: Soil is heavy. A 5-gallon pot weighs 40+ lbs when wet.
Common Questions
What if my balcony faces north? Grow leafy greens and herbs. For tomatoes, add a grow light.
How many pots fit on a 3x3 balcony? 4-5 pots (one 5-gallon, two 3-gallon, two 1-gallon).
Can I grow tomatoes on a balcony? Yes, with 6+ hours of sun and 5-gallon pots.
What about wind? Stake tall plants. Use heavier pots. Water more.
Can I grow year-round? Depends on climate. Cool-season crops in spring and fall.
Do I need a grow light? Only if you have less than 4-6 hours of sun.