In today’s post I share with you my 3 large window boxes I have on my back kitchen patio. You will find a video and images that will give you my tips to help you grow successfully during the cool season. Find A Creative Spring Edible Window Box Ideas Video in this post.
Edible Window Box Ideas For Spring Video
I will admit the video is a little long today because I could talk for hours about all the fun things you can grow this time of year. Seriously, I look back on my post featuring the Spring Window Box from a few years ago and I can’t believe how much I know now. I can’t take all the credit, much of the success is due to new seeds on the market. Please check out this video featuring my Creative Spring Edible Window Box Ideas. Don’t forget to scroll down on this website post to see photos and plant recommendations.
In conclusion of watching the video I hope you are inspired to grow something NOW! I share this video and others on Bren Haas Channel embedded from my YouTube Channel. Connect with me below to let me know if you had issues viewing the post or video content.
Edible Window Box Ideas Upclose
As noted in the video a few of the plants were started indoors. You can enjoy edibles in containers indoors year-round if you grow the right seeds. In my ‘Growing Herbs Indoors’ I share tips on how to do this successfully. The lettuce was started in a container near LED lights but not needed if you have a window that provides some late winter sunshine. Check out my photos below for a closer look at the window box edibles.
Growing in The Edible Window Box
In the video I share the plants growing in these containers. Some of these were just started from seed so you will have to stop back and see how they are growing. Below is a list of varieties growing that I recommend:
- Sparky Marigold
- Yeti Nasturtium
- SimpleSalad Global Mix
- SimpleSalad Wonder Wok Mix
- Spicy Microgreen Mix
- Seaside Spinach
- Cilantro
Fun Edible Gardening Post
Looking for other fun growing ideas to enjoy this spring? Just click over to my creative gardening post to find out what I am up to these days. You’ll find more videos and images to show you how to grow your own.
Last Summer Harvest in Raised Beds
We have been facing a drought in my area for the past two months. Keeping up with basic chores has been challenging, especially as we watch some of the annuals we started from seed wilt away. In this video, I showcase the impressive harvest from my raised bed garden filled with vegetables and herbs. You won’t want to miss the list of tomatoes and other edible plants that thrived despite only receiving 0.38 inches of rain last month. Be sure to scroll down for my recommendations and accompanying images. Last Summer Harvest Video This video captures my raised bed gardens during the final days of summer. It’s not fancy or heavily edited; instead, it offers an authentic glimpse into how my plants are faring at the end of this dry season. Just a heads-up—watch your step to avoid tripping over the hose that’s been in use non-stop this month as we gather some Roma and Slicer varieties. The video featured in this post comes from my Bren Haas YouTube Channel. I encourage you to leave a comment if you have any questions or feedback. I would be thrilled to hear from you, whether on my YouTube channel or right here in the blog post. Edibles and More That Flourish in Dry Late Summer mini eggplant in container It has been almost 15 years since we encountered such arid conditions in my hardiness zone. I feel some concern about the potential loss of shrubs and trees due to these circumstances. Nonetheless, I have acquired valuable insights on plants that thrive during these tough times. Below is a list of the plants highlighted in the video: Salsa Verde Tomatillo Zen Zen Tomatoes San Marzano Roma Tomato Sun Kiss Grape Tomato Spoon Tomato Calendula Heirloom Marigolds French Mini Marigolds Strawberry Blonde Marigold Blackeye Susan Vine (Thunbergia Alata) Leeks Artichoke Plant (Globe) Capeliente Jalapeño Pepper Ever-bearing Strawberries Images From The Garden zen zen tomato 2025 Below are a few of my favorite photos from the harvest today. MIllion Sun Flower Assortment of Tomatoes Strawberry Blonde Marigold Black-eye Susan Vine Let’s Connect Thank you so much for visiting my website today, where I showcased some of the plants I successfully grew this summer. I hope you’ll consider bookmarking my site and adding me to your follow list. I’m excited to share more with you in the future. I would love to hear your thoughts, so please feel free to leave a comment or feedback. You’re also invited to explore my blog for additional creative living and gardening ideas. Thank you, and happy harvesting!
Mystery Tomato Revealing Amber Organic Heirloom Variety
In this post I reveal the mystery tomato growing in my raised bed garden. This variety is an amber color grown organic. video and growing details here.
White Carolina Strawberry Plants In My Home Garden Update
In this post I share a video update featuring the White Carolina Strawberry Plants. These plants are growing happy after the first year in hardiness zone 5b. Check out my video with tips on how I this plant is doing so well. White Carolina Strawberry Plants Update The video feature shows the plants growing happy in a hanging basket. They spent the first summer in those baskets so I could easily move them around in the garden as the days got super hot. I also didn’t want to get them mixed in with my other strawberry plants. By keeping the basket with these plants close to the other berries I believe this will help pollinate them. Watch the video with my tips and tricks below: This video is part of my Bren Haas Video Channel. Be sure to check out my website and leave feedback about this content. Highlights of Growing White Carolina Strawberry Plants The first thing that comes to mind is how cute the plant is growing in my home garden. I love the light fragrant of these plants. If I didn’t have the plant growing in a container that I could move around I most likely wouldn’t have noticed the scent. This is one of the strawberry plants that did great in the dome during the winter season. It was super nice to have green growing but don’t expect a bloom or harvest. Novelty types of strawberries such has this pineberry are not everbearing. Be sure to check out my video and blog post featuring details on planting bareroot White Carolina Strawberry Plants. I found some great information about the Pineberry or this strawberry plant on the sites listed below: Illinois Extension Office | Try pineberry: A delicious pineapple-flavored strawberry Missouri University Extension Office |Pineberry: A Reintroduced Strawberry Let’s Connect I hope after watching this video and checking out these healthy White Carolina Strawberry Plants you will consider growing some of your own. I can’t wait to do another update featuring the harvest. These berries are so unique and adorable and perfect for your edible garden. Be sure to connect with me on my website today. Happy White Carolina Strawberry Growing,
Growing Pepper Plants From Seed Indoors
In this post I share my favorite products for the new year growing pepper plants from seed indoors. Check out the video featuring step by step how to and my personal tips. There are photos of products I highly recommend that will save you time and money. Growing Pepper Plants From Seed Indoors Video This is one of the most exciting times of the year. The next exciting time will be watching the little peppers form and be ready for harvest! I put together this video with hopes you will be inspired to grow some pepper plants or other produce from seed. Be sure to scroll down and reach out to me on the link below if you have questions. This video can be found on my Bren Haas Channel. Growing Pepper Plants From Seed Product List In the video I mention a few must have product to grow seed indoors. These are items I have used for at least 2 years or as noted. Cloth Seed Starting Bags Scoop and Tweezer are in this kit. Plant Tags Heating Mat Recycle mushroom containers, large organic salad mix containers or you can cover a container with Glad Plastic product listed below. Glad Press and Seal ( I found mine at Kroger and Walmart) Tips on Growing Pepper Plants From Seed This is perhaps the best year ever for me starting pepper plants from seed. A few weeks ago I added a post on my site featuring some of the new varieties I am growing. I can’t stress enough how much of an advantage you will have starting plants like peppers from seed. The selection of seed for home growers is AMAZING each year. Below are a few of my personal tips on starting pepper plants from seed. Keep an eye on the seed trays checking under the cover at least 3 times a week until new sprouts show. Use clean containers to grow the seeds Be sure to seed starting soil doesn’t go dry. Pay attention to last frost date so you start the seeds at the right time for your hardiness zone. Thanks for checking out my website today. Be sure to check out other post with creative growing ideas I know you will enjoy! Let’s Connect If I missed clarifying something or you just want to say ‘hey’ be sure to connect with me on my website. I can’t wait to hear all about the new plants you are growing in 2022 so be sure to reach out below. Happy Pepper Plant Growing,
Don’t Miss How To Protect These Plants If Freeze Comes
Just a few short weeks after planting the new seedlings my garden is under a freeze advisories. Temperatures are expected to drop into the low 20’s. This is not normal but we can take it… check out the latest post to see what I do to protect these edible window boxes!
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Happy Gardening,
