Learn how to grow nine fast-growing vegetables that can be harvested within 30 days. The tutorial covers the basics of selecting quality seeds, choosing the right container, and growing turnips, fenugreek, garlic, kale, radish, lettuce, and spinach. The article will provide step-by-step instructions on how to grow each of these vegetables in containers, making it possible for anyone to start their own urban garden.
Key Takeaways:
- Grow nine fast-growing vegetables within 30 days
- Use quality seeds and the right container for healthy growth
- Follow specific instructions for each vegetable to ensure proper growth and harvest.
Selecting Quality Seeds
To ensure a successful harvest, it is important to select quality seeds. When purchasing seeds, it is recommended to choose ones that are big enough to accommodate the size of the plants. Additionally, it is important to use a container with proper drainage holes to prevent rot problems.
A soil with good drainage is essential for fast-growing vegetables such as turnips, kale, and radishes. For this purpose, a mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand is recommended. It is also important to make half-inch holes in the soil mix and keep four to five inches of gap between two holes for proper spacing. Then, put one seed per hole and cover with soil. Make sure to leave enough space around each seedling so they can receive plenty of sunlight while growing.
For fenugreek, sprinkle seeds across the pot and mix the soil with your hand to cover the seeds. They do not need to be buried very deep in the soil. In fact, a quarter inch of potting soil provides ample coverage for your fenugreek. Water well and keep soil well-moistured, and the seeds will germinate in three to five days.
When growing garlic, take some healthy garlic bulbs and choose a medium pot with proper drainage holes at the bottom for the soil mix. Use a mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand to fill it with the soil mix. Place the bulbs with the flat end facing down and bury them so they are covered with one inch of soil mix. Slowly pour water into the container until you see it running out of drainage holes at the bottom. Place the container somewhere that gets six to seven hours of sun.
For kale, it is recommended to transplant seedlings once they are four to six inches tall. Carefully take out the seedlings with the help of a small trowel, cut bottom-most leaves, and plant them deep as they grow roots from the buried part of the stem. Kale plants require rich, well-draining soil, for which the same mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand is recommended. Water the seedlings to allow their roots to properly break into their new soil. Choose a sunny location for the container with at least four to six hours of direct sun.
For radish, plant seeds 1 to 2 inches apart in a 12-inch diameter pot. Cover them lightly with the soil mix and water them after planting. Keep the seeds moist, and they should germinate within four to five days. Provide your radishes with at least five to seven hours of direct sunlight daily, and add fertilizer after every 15 days for healthy growth.
For lettuce, sprinkle the seeds over the soil surface and cover them with a thin layer of soil mix. Press with your hand to get good seed-to-soil contact. Lettuce seeds usually take 6-8 days to germinate. For the final soil mix, use 60% garden soil and 40% compost, bury the plants’ root part in the soil, and gently pat the soil in around the base of the seedling. Space lettuce plants four to five inches apart for healthy growth.
By selecting quality seeds and following the recommended planting and growing methods, you can be sure to get a bountiful harvest of fast-growing vegetables in no time.
Choosing the Right Container
When it comes to growing fast-growing vegetables, choosing the right container is crucial. A container that is big enough to accommodate the size of the plants should be selected. It is important to use a container with proper drainage holes to prevent rot problems. A soil with good drainage is essential as turnips do not like wet feet. For that, a mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand is recommended.
It is also important to make half-inch holes in the soil mix and keep four to five inches gap between two holes for proper spacing. One seed per hole should be put and covered with soil. Enough space should be left around each seedling so they can receive plenty of sunlight while growing. The soil should be watered thoroughly to settle it and to eliminate any air pockets. Turnip seeds will germinate after five to seven days.
When growing turnips in containers, a location that gets plenty of sunlight should be chosen. They need at least five to six hours of direct sunlight. Turnip plants need regular feeding while they are growing. At cattle menu after every 12 to 15 days is recommended to ensure healthy growth. Just like feeding turnips, they should be watered regularly.
For growing fenugreek, a white planter around 18 to 22 inches in diameter and six to eight inches deep with good drainage should be used. Sprinkle seeds across the pot and mix the soil with your hand to cover the seeds. They do not need to be buried very deep in soil. In fact, a quarter inch of potting soil provides ample coverage for your fenugreek. Water well and keep soil well moisture and seeds will germinate in three to five days.
Fenugreek does not do well when transplanted, so it should be planted at the final place where it will mature from the beginning. A sunny spot should be picked to grow fenugreek plants. They need a daily dose of four to five hours of direct sunlight. Regular watering is required to maintain the soil slightly moist. It takes between three to four weeks for the plants to be ready to harvest.
When growing garlic, a medium pot with proper drainage holes at the bottom for the soil mix should be taken. A mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand should be used to fill it. Choose a container that is deep enough and wide enough to fit all the bulbs you want to plant. Place them with the flat end facing down and bury them so they are covered with one inch of soil mix. They should be deep enough and spaced far enough apart to allow the roots to grow unobstructed. Slowly pour water into the container until you see it running out of drainage holes at the bottom.
Kale seeds will take seven to eight days to germinate. Transplant seedlings once they are four to six inches tall. Kale plants require rich, well-draining soil. For that, a mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand should be used to plant. A sunny location for the container with at least four to six hours of direct sun should be chosen. Since kale is a leafy green, it needs to be fertilized after every 10 days with nitrogen-rich fertilizer such as cattle menu and vermicompost. Kale plants may get affected by caterpillars, so plants should be sprayed with neem oil or chili extract after every 7 to 8 days.
Radish will do best in soil that drains well and is high in organic matter. For that, a mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand should be used. Plant radish seeds 1 to 2 inches apart in a 12-inch diameter pot. They should be covered lightly with the soil mix. The seeds should be watered after planting and kept moist. They should germinate within four to five days. Providing radishes with at least five to seven hours of direct sunlight daily is recommended. Fertilizer should be added after every 15 days for healthy growth. A soil that is thoroughly moist but not overwatered should be maintained. In as little as 26 to 28 days, a crop of radishes will be ready for the picking.
For growing lettuce, a seed starting mix of 70% cocoa peat and 30% compost should be used. The seeds should be sprinkled over the soil surface and covered with a thin layer of soil mix. Lettuce seeds usually take 6-8 days to germinate. Lettuce grows best in temperatures ranging from 10 to 25 degree Celsius. After moving the seedlings, a final soil mix of 60% garden soil and 40% compost should be used. Lettuce plants should be spaced four to five inches apart for healthy
Growing Turnips
To grow turnips, it is important to use quality seeds to get good results. Choose a container with proper drainage holes to prevent rot problems. A soil with good drainage is essential as turnips don’t like wet feet. For that, use a mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand. Make half-inch holes in the soil mix and keep four to five-inch gap between two holes for proper spacing. Now put one seed per hole and cover with soil. Make sure you leave enough space around each seedling so they can receive plenty of sunlight while growing. Water it thoroughly to settle the soil and to eliminate any air pockets. Turnip seeds will germinate after five to seven days.
When growing turnips in containers, choose a location that gets plenty of sunlight. Make sure they get at least five to six hours. Turnip plants need regular feeding while they are growing. At cattle menu after every 12 to 15 days to ensure healthy growth. Just like feeding turnips, water them regularly. When growing them in containers, your turnips will grow into a lush leaf plant that is topped with a flat root. Harvest them once they have reached three to four inches in diameter at the top as larger, more mature turnips become tough and woody. Use a white planter around 18 to 22 inches in diameter and six to eight inches deep with good drainage.
In summary, to grow turnips, use quality seeds, choose a container with proper drainage holes, use a soil mix with good drainage, keep proper spacing between seeds, water regularly, and harvest once they have reached three to four inches in diameter at the top.
Growing Fenugreek
Fenugreek is a fast-growing vegetable that can be harvested in as little as 30 days. To grow fenugreek, sprinkle the seeds across a pot and mix the soil with your hand to cover the seeds. They do not need to be buried very deep in soil, in fact, a quarter inch of potting soil provides ample coverage for your fenugreek. Water well and keep soil well-moistured, and seeds will germinate in three to five days.
Fenugreek does not do well when transplanted, so plant them at the final place where it will mature from the beginning. Pick a sunny spot to grow your fenugreek plants; they need a daily dose of four to five hours of direct sunlight. Do regular watering to maintain the soil slightly moist, okay not to overwater the plants and avoid waterlogged conditions.
It takes between three to four weeks for the plants to be ready to harvest. You will know that it’s time by the height of the sprouts, which should grow about five to six inches tall. To harvest the leaves, cut the plants just above the crown so that plants can regrow after few days. Both the seeds and the leaves of this plant are edible. Seeds are used as a spice, dried leaves as a herb, and fresh leaves as a green leafy vegetable.
After every harvest, add some compost to boost growth and water well. After trimming the leaves, they will regrow in about 8 to 10 days. You can continue harvesting the leaves until the plant begins to flower.
Growing Garlic
To grow garlic, one should take healthy garlic bulbs and a medium pot with proper drainage holes at the bottom for the soil mix. A mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand should be used to fill the pot with the soil mix. The container should be deep and wide enough to fit all the bulbs to be planted. The bulbs should be placed with the flat end facing down and buried so they are covered with one inch of soil mix. It is important to ensure that they are spaced far enough apart to allow the roots to grow unobstructed.
Water should be slowly poured into the container until it runs out of the drainage holes at the bottom. The container should be placed somewhere that gets six to seven hours of sun. The longer one waits, the healthier the plant will be, and one will be able to continuously harvest fresh garlic grains.
One should wait until the greens are about six to eight inches tall to harvest them. The grains should be trimmed two inches above the soil surface to leave enough growth so the plant can recover and continue to grow for the next two to three months. These garlic plants will keep growing green leaves.
Growing Kale
Kale is a leafy green vegetable that can be easily grown in a container garden. To start growing kale, one should first choose a container that is at least 12 to 15 inches wide and 10 to 15 inches deep. This will ensure proper root formation and growth.
To prepare the soil, a mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand should be used. Dig a hole in the soil about twice the size of the root ball and place the root ball into the hole. Backfill the soil and water the seedlings to allow their roots to properly break into their new soil.
Kale plants require at least four to six hours of direct sunlight daily. Since kale is a leafy green, it needs to be fertilized every 10 days with a nitrogen-rich fertilizer such as cattle manure and vermicompost.
To prevent caterpillar infestations, spray the plants with neem oil or chili extract every 7 to 8 days. Once the leaves are about the size of your hand, you can harvest them from the base. It is important to harvest the outermost leaves and avoid harvesting from the top middle part of the plant to allow the plant to continue growing and extend your harvest period.
Growing Radish
Radish is a fast-growing vegetable that can be harvested within 28 days. To grow radish, one must use a container with proper drainage holes to prevent rot problems. A soil mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand is essential for good drainage.
The seeds should be planted half an inch apart in the soil mix, with four to five inches of gap between two holes for proper spacing. One seed per hole should be used and covered with soil. It is essential to leave enough space around each seedling so they can receive plenty of sunlight while growing. Water the soil thoroughly to settle it and eliminate any air pockets.
Radish seeds will germinate after four to five days. When growing radish in containers, choose a location that gets at least five to seven hours of direct sunlight. Regular feeding and watering are essential for healthy growth. Fertilize the plant after every 15 days, and water it every other day to maintain soil moisture.
In as little as 26 to 28 days, the radishes will be ready for the picking. If the radish is slightly thicker than the thumb, it’s ready to be picked. The leaves break easily, so pull the radish from the top of the root.
Growing Lettuce
Lettuce is a popular vegetable that can be grown in a garden within 6-8 days. To grow lettuce, one should use a seed starting mix consisting of 70% cocoa peat and 30% compost. Sprinkle the seeds evenly over the soil surface and cover them with a thin layer of soil mix. Press the soil mix gently to ensure good seed to soil contact. Afterward, add enough water to moisten the soil without making it wet. Lettuce seeds generally take 6-8 days to germinate.
For the final soil mix, use a combination of 60% garden soil and 40% compost. Bury the plants’ root part in the soil and gently pat the soil around the base of the seedling. Space lettuce plants 4-5 inches apart for healthy growth. Ensure that the plants receive plenty of water after transplanting them.
In a 12-15 inch diameter pot, one can easily plant three to four lettuce plants at this stage. Harvest the outermost mature leaves from the base of the plant once the plants are mature enough.
Growing Spinach
Spinach is a fast-growing vegetable that can be harvested within 30 days. To grow spinach, it is important to use quality seeds to get good results. The container used should be big enough to accommodate the size of the plants and have proper drainage holes to prevent rot problems. A soil with good drainage is essential as spinach does not like wet feet. For that reason, a mix of 50% garden soil, 30% compost, and 20% river sand should be used.
To plant spinach seeds, half-inch holes should be made in the soil mix, and four to five-inch gaps should be left between two holes for proper spacing. One seed per hole should be put and covered with soil. Enough space should be left around each seedling so they can receive plenty of sunlight while growing. Watering the soil thoroughly is important to settle the soil and to eliminate any air pockets.
Spinach seeds will germinate after five to seven days. When growing spinach in containers, it is important to choose a location that gets plenty of sunlight and ensure they get at least five to six hours. Spinach plants need regular feeding while they are growing. Adding cattle menu after every 12 to 15 days will ensure healthy growth. Just like feeding, watering spinach plants regularly is important when growing them in containers.
Spinach will grow into a lush leaf plant that is topped with a flat root. Harvesting should be done once they have reached three to four inches in diameter at the top. Larger, more mature spinach becomes tough and woody. A white planter around 18 to 22 inches in diameter and six to eight inches deep with good drainage should be used.