The question on the minds of many gardeners who are looking to do apartment gardens is, “Are apartment gardens really possible?” The answer to that question might surprise you. After all, as the name indicates, apartment gardening requires a certain amount of space to grow plants and flowers. Gardens that are planted in small containers are certainly possible, even if not ideal, for apartment living.

One thing to keep in mind about apartment gardening is that you need to be prepared to take care of your plants. If you want to do apartment gardening, you need to be willing to do what it takes to maintain those plants and flowers properly. Some apartment dwellers have this concern because they live in cramped quarters and may not have enough space for a large garden. They can certainly arrange for outside flowers to provide some color and beauty, but apartment gardeners must do their part to provide proper nourishment and upkeep for their plants.

The good news is that most apartment gardens are successful and attractive because of their owners’ responsibilities. The first and most important responsibility of any apartment garden is to properly water the garden. Most plants require water, and many of them will die if water is not delivered to them on a regular basis. An apartment garden that is not receiving sufficient water will begin to display signs of decay and disease before it’s too late.

Next, the gardener must make sure the plants receive the correct amount of sunlight. Many apartment dwellers select the wrong side of the building to plant their garden on. While side gardens provide shade for certain plants during the day, they also block the sun at night. This means the plants will not get all the sunlight they need. Sunlight is the plant’s fuel, and it must be accessible to all parts of the plant. Failing to give plants the proper lighting could lead to diseases or premature death of some plants.

Another duty of a do apartment gardens lies with ensuring proper spacing between plants. Each plant needs space to grow tall and healthy, and plants in close proximity each other must be spaced appropriately. A common mistake in this area is to plant plants too close to one another, often resulting in overcrowding. Creating a lush, beautiful blooming garden that is full of healthy plants is far more rewarding than a cramped one.

Do apartment gardens should also have adequate drainage. Every gardener knows that plants do not like standing water, and this is true for the garden as well as for the land itself. One way to ensure ample drainage is to plant your garden so that it runs across the drainage area. You can also use special pots designed specifically for apartment gardening. These pots have small holes at the bottom that allow rainwater to drain away from the roots, while providing a protective seal.

If you are growing anything that needs to withstand a lot of heat, then you will need to protect it from direct sunlight whenever possible. This includes your plants, as they will greatly benefit from the added warmth. Most do apartment gardens have windows that allow the sun to heat the garden, but these windows should only be used for short periods or placed in areas where you know there won’t be any prolonged exposure. Using heavy window covering, such as aluminum blinds, will allow heat to filter through and stay out longer during the day.

Moisture from rain or even a pool can cause decay and mold if it isn’t kept in check. A great way to combat this is by using black polyethylene film to surround the base of pots and other elements to keep moisture out. You should also have a high quality dehumidifier in place if you live in an area where it can become quite hot in the summer. Air conditioning can do wonders in keeping moisture from reaching your garden. Of course, you will want to use fans and dehumidifiers in order to keep it at acceptable levels in order to reap the rewards that your plants will provide.