ROCHESTER, Minn. — Growing some of your own produce can be a great way to work more fruits and veggies into your daily food plan. But how can you grow things if you live in a small place? Try creating a pallet garden.
Plus, an article from the University of Minnesota Extension notes that gardening may boost mood, lower anxiety and get you moving.
How to build a simple, easy DIY pallet garden:
- Buy a wooden pallet or ask local stores if they have any, as many give them away for free. You might have to remove some slats to make room for the plants.
- Use landscape fabric that you can buy at garden centers to cover the back of the pallet and line the pockets. This allows for proper drainage.
- Find a location for your pallet. Save space by leaning it vertically. Secure it to make sure it won't fall over.
- Fill pockets with potting soil.
- Plant seeds or seedlings. Follow directions on seed packets or seedling labels.
- Water frequently, as soil will be shallow and can dry out easily.
- Watch the plants grow and enjoy!
Plants that I've had luck growing in pallets include, lettuce, kale, onions, cucumber, broccoli, beans, chard and herbs.
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