Growing vegetables in pots

It's an increasingly common phenomenon. People without much space at home and still wanting to grow their own vegetables are approaching nurseries and horticultural consultants in growing numbers, asking for advice.

"It's happening all the time," says Wendy Wicks from Northcote Nursery in Victoria. "And just because someone has only got a small outdoor area - whether it's a small backyard or even just a balcony - doesn't mean they can't grow their own vegetables."

The fundamentals of growing vegetables in pots are the same as for any plant. You must use the best quality potting mix you can…