Urban Gardening in May: A Blooming and Productive Balcony

Urban balcony garden in May? Discover the perfect vegetable plants to sow and transplant in the city. Practical tips and top varieties on Jocondo.io!

• Radishes: Fast and rewarding, radishes grow quickly and will give your salads a crunchy touch in just a few weeks. Choose pots at least 15-20 cm deep and water regularly.
• Carrots: Even dwarf or baby carrots adapt well to pot cultivation. Opt for containers at least 30 cm deep and ensure well-drained soil.
• Spinach: The tender leaves of spinach are perfect for salads or cooking. They prefer semi-shaded locations, especially during the hottest hours of the day.
• Arugula (Rocket): With its unmistakable flavor, arugula grows easily in pots and lends itself to staggered harvests.
• Bush Beans: Compact varieties that do not need supports and produce delicious green beans to enjoy fresh or cooked.

• Tomatoes: Cherry, plum, beefsteak... choose your favorite varieties based on the available space and your taste. Ensure spacious pots (at least 20-30 liters per plant) and provide supports to sustain their growth.
• Peppers: Red, yellow, green... peppers add color and flavor to your balcony. They require medium-sized pots (about 10-15 liters per plant) and a sunny location.
• Eggplants (Aubergines): Elegant and productive, eggplants love heat and sun. Again, choose spacious pots (at least 15-20 liters per plant) and provide them with support.
• Zucchini (Courgettes): Generous and easy to grow, zucchini will give you many fruits during the summer. Opt for large pots (at least 20 liters per plant) and water abundantly.
• Basil: The quintessential aromatic herb, perfect for accompanying tomatoes and flavoring your dishes. It adapts well to pot cultivation and loves the sun.

• Choice of Pots: Prefer terracotta or plastic pots with drainage holes to avoid harmful water stagnation for the roots. The dimensions must be adequate for the needs of each plant.
• Quality Soil: Use a specific soil for vegetable gardens or a mix of universal soil and compost to provide the plants with the necessary nutrients.
• Sun Exposure: Most fruit vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, zucchini) need at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Leafy vegetables (spinach, arugula) tolerate partial shade better.
• Regular Watering: Check the soil moisture daily and water when the top few centimeters are dry. Avoid excesses and stagnation.
• Fertilization: During the growth and flowering phase, plants need an extra supply of nutrients. Use a specific liquid fertilizer for vegetables every 2-3 weeks.
• Supports: For climbing plants or those with heavy fruits (like tomatoes and eggplants), provide supports or nets to sustain the stems and prevent breakage.
• Natural Defense: Regularly monitor your plants to identify any pests or diseases. If necessary, intervene with natural methods such as potassium soap or neem oil.