2 days ago
BBC Morning Live
For the past few weeks on Morning Live, we've been encouraging the nation to get growing, whether you've got a sprawling garden or just a tiny your outdoor space is limited, don't worry, Mark showed us how to create our own veg patch without needing a big footprint!
Vertical Planting: Make the Most of Your Walls
Mark showed us a wall-mounted "pocket planter" – a clever way to grow you need:A hanging planter with pockets (available online or in garden centres)Lightweight compostPlug plants or seedlingsTop tip:Secure it well before planting using a fence if brick walls, get professional advice before drilling.
Planting layout:Top rows – sun-lovers like strawberries, thyme or petuniasMiddle rows – leafy greens like rocket, spinach or parsleyBottom rows – moisture-lovers like mint or chives (water drains downwards)Water from the top every day and use a liquid feed every 2–3 weeks.
Hanging Baskets Done Right
🌼 Hanging Basket Hack:Line with a sustainable coir linerPoke drainage holes in the bottomPlace a saucer at the bottom to help retain some water Add multi-purpose compostPlace your plants firmly, and water wellMark showed off a hanging basket he planted earlier – the key is drainage and regular watering.
Go Big with Your Pots!
Small Space Secret:Large pots don't just hold more plants – they make a space look bigger!Take the apple tree Victoria Holden planted for us in Week 3 using a deep container – it creates structure, fills the space, and looks fantastic.💡 Weight-saving tip: Half-fill large pots with old polystyrene to make them lighter and easier to move. It's a great way to use packaging you weren't expecting to get, good for the environment and your back!
