Do you dream of growing your own foods, but just do not know where to start? Do you wonder which vegetables, you should grow at your home?

Well, growing vegetables isn’t complicated. There are many healthy and delicious vegetables, including carrots, tomatoes, and sweet peppers, that do not require a great deal of attention or effort to grow.

Here are some of the 7 easiest vegetables you can grow from seeds in plastic pots.

Tomatoes

This crop is one of the most popular choices for home growers. They are easy to grow however they require good care. Plus, tomato plants generally produce a good yield, especially if they have been planted properly. The size of the pot you will need will depend on the type of tomato you are going to grow.  Just keep in mind that while growing tomatoes make sure that the seeds are planted in a pot with enough surface area for a strong root system. Regarding the shape of the pot, square or rectangular pots are considered the best. These pots give the plants plenty of area to bloom. They can also create a strong root system and allow the crop to absorb more nutrients and water.

Tomato plants require sun, at least 6 to 8 hours a day. However, too much sun can kill young plants, so be careful not to exceed the recommended hours and do not forget to water it daily.

Carrots

Carrots are one of the vegetables that provide more energy to the human body, help improve eyesight, lower cholesterol levels, and even help reduce the risk of cancer.

Pot grown carrots are a great option for both growers short on space and beginners alike. In fact, growing carrots in pots is a lot easier than growing carrots in the ground or in a raised bed. It’s possible to easily get a good crop of fabulous carrots from a pot without having to invest a lot of time and effort in a garden. When it comes to planting carrots in pots bear in mind that carrots do not like to be transplanted, so you will be  best growing them directly in the place that will be it home forever, or until harvest

Eggplants

Eggplants are a rich source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C. They are heat-loving plants and need high temperatures both day and night, therefore growing them in summer is the best option. But if you live in a warm climate, you can grow it year-round.

Also, it is easier to maintain them in pots. But something very important to know is that large pots are needed to support the roots of this plant.

Cucumbers

Cucumber is a magnificent plant that gives us a delicious food that receives the same name, very rich and popular for salads, and easy to grow in our own homes. Cucumbers are a fast-growing vegetable. The pots should be rectangular with plenty of soil, they can develop extensive root systems to support vigorous growth. This crop requires regular watering, so the pot must have a good water retention and drainage system. With this, the moisture that is generated can help in the proper development of the root.

Sweet peppers

Growing sweet peppers in pots is a great way to grow homegrown produce, even when you’re short on space. Growing sweet peppers requires a pot that has sufficient deep and wide drainage holes for healthy crop growth.

One important thing about growing sweet peppers is that they love the sun, so when you grow sweet peppers in pots, keep them in a position to receive at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. But do not forget to water them regularly to keep the soil slightly moist, because soil should never dry out completely. With this advice, you can have excellent sweet peppers.

Radishes

Radishes are a hardy, very easy to grow root vegetable that can be planted multiple times in a growing season, ideal for beginner’s home growers. It is recommended that the pot where the radish is grown has a good depth. This depth will ensure the correct formation of the roots.

Radishes also need a good amount of sunlight for rapid root development. You should provide them at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Proper watering is also important because it is a crop that needs enough water for its growth.

Lettuces

Lettuce is one of the most consumed vegetables in the world. It is low in calories, fat, sodium, and a good source of fiber, iron, folic acid, and vitamin C and is ideal for growing in small and shady spaces. Its cultivation in pots allows greater flexibility to control pests than planting it in the ground.

Growing them in pots allows have greater flexibility to control pests, better overall care, and, most importantly, a delicious crop. What size pot would be ideal? Due to their shallow root system, they can be grown in plastic pots of different sizes. In addition, it is a crop that does not need as much sun as most vegetables, and watering must be frequent with small amounts.

Start now and have your own crops at home

As you can see, growing vegetables in pots can be easy and fun. In fact, more and more people in the world decide to grow their own vegetables. So, there is no excuse on not to start.

We invite you to grow some of the vegetables mentioned above. Remember, if you want to have healthy crops, do not forget to provide them water, sun, and the necessary space.