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| Why is it that some vegetables can be planted in much smaller containers for Upside Down or "sideways" growing, but most people recommend 5 gallons for traditional containers? I see people online growing tomatoes and bell peppers in 2 Liter soda bottles, and similar sized containers in this video (that I've been bent trying since last year!) - about 1:30 into the video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9vN2eudWcQ&feature=share&list=PLJhSDv5VSRVbNkrvHfuJncnBzrcy1I-4T&index=4 People on here are saying 5 gallons and various huge sizes for bell peppers, but if I go vertical, can I use a 2 Liter jug? Or would it fare better in a container on the ground? Is 2-3 gallons ok for ONE bell pepper on the ground? |
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| Though I didn't watch the whole video, in my opinion, these types of things are at worst a marketing ploy and at best, a cute conversation piece for your back patio. Like calling a Chia Pet a house plant. They are green. They grow. But they are not in the same league as that ficus in the corner. If you have the space and want a serious garden, you will get a significantly bigger yield per plant if you stick with traditional planting methods (your 5-gallon bucket, in this case). But if you don't have the space, or just like to tinker with things that are fun and unusual, this is a cute idea. |
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