Small Space, Real Food
Everything grows in a pot.
No yard. No problem. Every variety in this kit was chosen because it actually produces in containers. We tell you the minimum pot size for each one. We tell you when to move them inside. We tell you what to do when the tomato leaves start looking weird.
What’s Included
| Variety | Count | Sprout Days | Harvest Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bush Tomato | 25 | 7-14 | 65 |
| Mini Sweet Pepper | 25 | 10-14 | 75 |
| Genovese Basil | 100 | 5-10 | 60 |
| Buttercrunch Lettuce | 100 | 7-10 | 50 |
| Cherry Belle Radish | 50 | 4-6 | 25 |
Also included:
- Planting card with container size chart
- Access to 290+ growing guides
- Automated email reminders
- 30-day germination guarantee
The 4 Promises
🌱 92% germination rate · 📖 Complete growing guides · 🔁 30-day reshipment · 📬 Automated reminders
Container Requirements
| Variety | Min Pot | Min Depth |
|---|---|---|
| Bush Tomato | 5 gal | 12 in |
| Mini Pepper | 3 gal | 10 in |
| Basil | 1 gal | 8 in |
| Lettuce | 1 gal | 6 in |
| Radish | 1 gal | 6 in |
Who It’s For
- You live in an apartment with a balcony or patio
- You have 4-6 hours of direct sun
- You want real food, not just decoration
- You’ve grown something before
Who It’s Not For
- You have no outdoor space at all
- You want large harvests (containers are limited)
- You want 1-on-1 support (we don’t offer that)
Your 65 Days
| Day | Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plant | Sow all varieties |
| 4-6 | Sprout | Radishes appear |
| 7-14 | Sprout | Tomato, pepper, basil, lettuce |
| 14 | Thin | Thin lettuce to 4 inches |
| 21 | Support | Stake tomato |
| 30 | Pollinate | Tap flowers for pollination |
| 45 | Harvest | Lettuce, basil |
| 65 | Harvest | Tomatoes, peppers |
What Growers Say
“47 cherry tomatoes from 4 pots on a 3x3 balcony. I’m shocked.” — Sarah, Chicago
“Hand-pollinate. No bees on the 8th floor. Learned that the hard way.” — Mike, London
Common Questions
How much space do I need? 3x3 feet for 5 pots.
What about wind? Stake tall plants. Wind dries soil faster.
What if my tomato doesn’t fruit? Hand-pollinate. See our guide: How to Pollinate Tomatoes by Hand.
What if my pepper stalls? Too cold. Peppers need 65°F+.
Can I grow this indoors? Only with strong grow lights. Not recommended.
How often do I water? Daily in summer. Check soil moisture every morning.
Related Reading
- Container Size Chart
- How to Grow Cherry Tomatoes on a Balcony
- How to Pollinate Tomatoes by Hand
- Small Space, Real Food FAQ
- 5 Best Vegetables for Containers
Learn as you grow
Everything behind this kit.
What you'll grow
- Bush Tomato: The Container Tomato That Doesn't Need StakingBush tomatoes (determinate) grow 2-3 feet tall, produce in 65-75 days, and don't need staking. Ideal for balconies and small spaces.
- Cherry Tomato: The Balcony Tomato That Produces All SummerCherry tomatoes are small, sweet, and prolific. They mature in 60-70 days and produce dozens of fruits per plant. The best tomato for containers and balconies.
- Cucumber: How to Grow It Vertically (and Avoid Bitterness)Cucumbers are vining plants that produce in 55-65 days. Grow them vertically to save space. Harvest at 6-8 inches to avoid bitterness.
- Mini Sweet Pepper: Small, Sweet, and ProductiveMini sweet peppers are 2-3 inch bell peppers that mature in 70-90 days. They're sweeter than full-size peppers and productive in containers.
- Zucchini Black Beauty: What to Expect (and How It Fails)Black Beauty zucchini is a classic dark green summer squash. It produces heavily in 50-55 days. One plant feeds a family — plant two and you'll be giving them away.
Growing guides for this kit
- How to Grow Food in an ApartmentApartment gardening works if you have 4-6 hours of light (or a grow light), containers, and the right varieties. Start with herbs and lettuce.
- How to Set Up a Balcony Watering SystemBalcony watering options include self-watering pots, drip irrigation, and ollas. For a small setup, self-watering pots are the easiest.
- Balcony Gardening for Absolute BeginnersA balcony garden needs 4-6 hours of sun, pots with drainage, and varieties suited to containers. Start with lettuce, radishes, and herbs — they're the most forgiving.
- Companion Planting: What Works, What Doesn'tCompanion planting pairs plants that help each other. Basil with tomatoes, marigolds with everything. But some pairs compete.
- Container Size Chart for Every VegetableContainer size determines yield. Tomatoes need 5 gallons. Lettuce needs 6 inches depth. Here's the minimum for every common vegetable.
- Why Your Cucumbers Are BitterBitter cucumbers come from heat stress, inconsistent watering, or harvesting too late. Peel, salt, or soak to reduce bitterness.
- Growing Food in 5 Hours of SunWith 5 hours of sun, grow leafy greens, herbs, radishes, and root vegetables. Fruiting plants like tomatoes need more or a grow light.
- Fertilizer for Beginners: What, When, HowFertilizer is plant vitamins, not food. Use liquid fertilizer at 1/4 strength for seedlings, full strength for established plants.
- Hardening Off: A 7-Day ScheduleHardening off acclimates indoor seedlings to outdoor conditions over 7-10 days. Skipping it causes sunscald and transplant shock.
- How to Pollinate Tomatoes by HandHand-pollinate tomatoes by tapping flowers or using a small brush. Do it in the morning, when pollen is dry.
- How to Grow Bush Beans in ContainersBush beans grow 18-24 inches tall and produce in 50-55 days. Use an 8-inch deep pot, plant 4 inches apart, and harvest when pods are 4-6 inches.
- How to Grow Cherry Tomatoes on a BalconyCherry tomatoes grow well in 5-gallon pots on a balcony with 6-8 hours of sun. They mature in 60-70 days and produce dozens of fruits per plant.
- How to Grow Zucchini Without It Taking OverZucchini produces in 50-55 days and can grow 3 feet wide. Plant one per 5-gallon pot or 3 feet apart in ground. Harvest at 6-8 inches to keep production going.
- Why Your Peppers Are Not GrowingPeppers stall when temperatures are below 65°F or above 90°F. They also need 6-8 hours of sun and consistent moisture.
- How to Thin Seedlings Without Killing ThemThin seedlings by snipping, not pulling. Wait until they have 2-3 sets of true leaves.
- Small Space, Real Food: A 3x3 Foot PlanIn 3x3 feet, you can grow 4-5 vegetables if you choose the right varieties and plant vertically. Here's the exact plan.
- Why Your Tomato Has Black Bottom (Blossom End Rot)Blossom end rot is a calcium deficiency caused by inconsistent watering. The fix is consistent moisture, not adding calcium.
- Why Your Tomato Leaves Are CurlingTomato leaf curl has 6 causes. Upward curl is usually heat or water stress. Downward curl is usually pests or disease.
- When to Transplant Seedlings OutsideTransplant when seedlings have 2-4 sets of true leaves, nights are above 50°F (tender) or 40°F (hardy), and you've hardened them off for 7-10 days.
- Why Your Plants Have Tiny White SpotsWhite spots on plants are powdery mildew, spider mites, or sunscald. Texture tells you which.
- Why Your Zucchini Flowers But No FruitZucchini flowers but no fruit when pollination fails. Hand-pollinate or wait for bees. High heat also causes flower drop.