Arguably, one of the most important things to consider before starting a balcony garden is what you're going to grow the plants in. The natural containers that spring to mind are plant pots ...

Containers should be at least 15cm across for basil, while a couple of beans, a handful of carrots or a scattering of salad leaves would each suit a 25cm pot. A courgette plant will need a pot at ...

How to grow Tulips in pots in the balcon... Can the 'good luck' Jade plants flower? ...