Nowadays there is no need for an extravagant homestead to plant yourself fruit and veggies. The majority of people who cultivate fruits and vegetables cultivate them inside.

By using the correct tools, and a positive mindset You’ll be able to create a beautiful garden to enjoy without even having to go outside. In this article, we’ll discuss the five key ingredients to ensure the success of your indoor garden.

1. Buy an LED Grow Light

One of the drawbacks to gardening indoors is the absence of sunlight. However, there’s an easy solution to this issue: a growing light made of LED. The LED light mimics sunlight and assists in photosynthesis.

LED lights last longer than traditional bulbs. They also come in a variety of sizes and shapes, based what size you want your garden. If you’re planning on creating an extensive indoor garden think about making a modular set that has LED grow lights that are placed above the plants.

2. Select the right plants

When deciding what plants to plant it’s important to take into consideration the space you live in and your geographical place. If you’re new to gardening then you might think about growing plants that are easy to care for.

They thrive in cooler environments that receive indirect light

• Radishes
• Herbs (Rosemary, Basil, Thyme)
• Succulents
• Bell Peppers
• Tomatoes

Whatever plants you decide to plant, make sure you take the time to study the specific species of plant and learn what causes them to grow healthy.

3. Take Care Not to Overwater Your Plants 

The excess watering of your plants can be harmful and could result in dying due to the waterlogged soil. The waterlogged soil stops your plants from absorbing oxygen.

If the plant isn’t getting enough oxygen, the roots begin to degrade. The roots that are decayed can’t absorb nutrients, which means that the remainder of the plant begins to decay too.

Knowing the amount of water your plant requires can help to avoid over-watering.

4. Be sure to re-pot

Repotting is the process of shifting plants and their soil to an entirely new pot. Most often, this happens due to the fact that your plant has grown too large in its pot, however it’s essential to pot your plants again regardless of their growth since new soil can provide more nutrients.

When transferring a plant into a new pot take care when handling it, and wear gloves for protection. It’s easy to hurt the plants you plant in this procedure and you should be patient.

The pot you plant in should have an appropriate drainage system to avoid mold. Some plants require specific pots or space to develop, so be sure to research your plant’s requirements prior to purchasing.

5. Choose the Right Soil

Soil is more than a mere pile of dirt that you can find in the garden. The soil you garden with is a potter’s mix free of chemicals, pests and fungi. The plants will not grow well if you just plant them in the dirt of your backyard.

Instead, go for professionally mixed soil at the local hardware or gardening retailer.

The kind of soil you’ll need will depend on the requirements that your plants have. Certain plants require a mixture of light soil as well as vitamins and food for plants. Before you plant your plants in pots ensure that you buy the best soil mix.

Your Very Own Indoor Garden 

With these easy steps and you’ll soon have an enticing indoor garden in your hands. By planting your own indoor garden you’ll be able have fresh produce or vegetables as well as herbs, no matter how big your space.