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5 Reasons to Grow Vegetables on a Windowsill

Posted on 11. Jun, 2009 by Tracey in How to Grow Veg

1. Its Cheap – you only need a few pots, a propagator, compost and some seeds,
2. Its Easy - Only 5 Steps required: 1. Put compost in the pot, 2. water, 3. sow the seeds, 4. water and 5. leave to grow.
3. Its Quick – Lettuce and Radish will start to grow leaves after 2 – 4 days, carrots are slow growers so will take 5 – 7 days.
4. Its Indoors – you can look at it on the way to the fridge or when you close the curtains.
5. Its Lunch – ever fancied a a bit of lettuce in your cheese roll? go to the windowsill and just cut a few leaves off. Now that’s what you call convenience food.

If you fancy having ago at growing your own vegetables on your windowsill, then please see the how to guides below to help you start sowing and caring for your seedlings.

• What you will need to Grow Your Own Vegetables on a Windowsill.
• How To Grow Lettuce in a Tray.
• How To Grow Radish in a Pot.
• How To Grow Carrots in a Pot.