Container Gardening

Container gardening · Grow where you are

Make room
for something fresh.

A patio, a sunny corner, or a little backyard space can be the beginning of your next garden. Grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers in containers—with local guidance to help you get started.

Green and burgundy lettuce growing in terracotta and green EarthBoxes

Start small. Learn as you grow.

Three things to choose first.

01 / Your space

Find your growing spot.

Look at the sunlight your space receives, access to water, and room to reach your plants. Match the location to the needs of the crops you want to grow.

02 / Your plants

Grow with the season.

Start with vegetables, herbs, or flowers you enjoy. Our Central Florida planting schedule helps you plan what to plant and when.

See the planting schedule →

03 / Your container

Give roots room.

Choose a system that fits your plants and space. Follow its recommended plant quantity and layout, leaving room for growth and any supports.

Compare EarthBox sizes →
Four EarthBoxes planted with young vegetables in the garden center demonstration garden

A system to grow with

Meet the EarthBox way.

An EarthBox brings a growing container, water reservoir, fill tube, and mulch cover together in one system. Follow the setup instructions for the right potting mix, fertilizer placement, and planting layout.

Once planted, check the reservoir regularly, add water through the fill tube, and keep an eye on your plants as they grow.

Keep a little guidance handy

From first planting to next season.

Watch it grow.

Explore our gardening videos for planting ideas and practical demonstrations from the garden center.

Watch the videos →

Grow again.

Ready for another planting? Review the steps for refreshing your growing mix and preparing your system.

Replanting questions →

Your local growing team

Come learn in the garden.

Join a free EarthBox gardening class Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10 a.m. No registration required. Bring your questions—we’ll help you take the next step.

EarthBox Garden Center · 1023 36th Ave E, Ellenton, FL