Or any garden for that matter. This is how I do it. I use many different kinds of containers but this one had 4 blueberry muffins from a local store. Clean it out and then poke holes in the top (6) and bottom (4). I use a screwdriver that’s been heated over a flame on the stove and then push it through the plastic. Make it easy!
I then fill with moistened potting mix. This container isn’t very deep so it will be used for salad greens type of crops. No root crops in this shallow of a container. I then seed fairly heavily so that when they come up I can separate them into individual starts to put into squares.
If it freezes, so what? If it snows, it doesn’t matter? These seeds know when it’s time to grow. As we get into the warmer months of late winter, take a peek every once in a while to make sure it doesn’t dry out. If it looks dry, just run some water over it and then cover again.
These containers will develop a fair amount of condensation in them. Thats what you want. You’ve got it vented which lets excessive heat escape but it also keeps your soil moist.
I have chard, radicchio, tatsoi, and endive in this container.
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I came across your blog post on “How to have a really early square foot garden” and found it to be extremely informative and helpful. I appreciate the step-by-step approach that you have provided to help beginners get started with square foot gardening.
Your tips on selecting the right location for the garden, preparing the soil, and selecting the appropriate plants are all very practical and useful. I also appreciate the emphasis you’ve placed on choosing organic and non-GMO seeds, as this is something that many gardeners overlook.
Additionally, your suggestions for starting a garden earlier in the season using techniques like cold frames, hoop houses, and row covers are all excellent ideas. I think this will be especially helpful for those of us who live in colder climates and want to extend the growing season.
All in a days work! Easy work with a square foot garden that is 🙂
Hi Charlie…if you’re local here in SLC, Utah you might consider coming out to a beginners SFG class. It’s 2 hours long and you’ll be able to really pop that garden right up. Follow that with the advanced class where we learn about vertical gardening, late and early protection, special spacings, and other secret tips to make your garden super efficient. I try to put them up on my site but probably need to do better. Happy gardening season to you. Thanks for the kind words, Jim