My Apartment Garden in Hong Kong | 16th Floor Edible Garden | Apartment Gardening

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🌿 The video creator Echo has a passion for gardening that stems from her childhood experiences helping her father with farming.

🌆 Despite living in a small Hong Kong apartment, Echo has successfully set up an edible herbs and vegetable garden outside her window.

📈 Over four years, Echo's gardening journey has expanded from initial simple herb pots to a thriving vegetable garden including tomatoes, chili peppers, and ginger.

🍅 Echo emphasizes that tomatoes prefer deep planting, require consistent watering, and thrive with ample sunlight, typically yielding fruit around 58 days after planting.

🌱 Mint is highlighted as a low-maintenance herb, which can be regrown from cuttings and enjoys regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist.

🌞 Echo notes the importance of sufficient sunlight for plants like rosemary, which requires at least six to eight hours of direct light daily and well-draining soil.

🥬 Culantro (sawtooth coriander) is mentioned as a flavorful herb similar to cilantro, but it's hard to find in stores, leading Echo to successfully grow it at home.

🌾 Echo also demonstrates how to regenerate scallions (spring onions) from cuttings in water and eventually plant them in soil when fuller roots have developed.

🌶 Growing chili plants from seeds is possible within a week, and Echo shares that both spur and Thai chilies can be harvested after a few months.

🌿 Each plant has specific care requirements, and Echo encourages potential gardeners to research their chosen plants thoroughly to ensure a thriving garden.

Timestamped Summary

00:39 Echo shares her childhood experience of helping her father on the farm, growing sweet potatoes, peanuts, corn, and other root crops. - 01:14 - She talks about her current setup for her apartment garden in Hong Kong. - 02:09 - Echo demonstrates how to transfer 18-day-old tomato seedlings to medium-sized pots. - 02:31 - Tips on how much sunlight tomatoes need to thrive. - 02:51 - Advice on watering tomatoes consistently to prevent diseases. - 03:19 - The tomato ripening process and when fruits begin to turn red. - 03:47 - Comparison between taste and nutritional value of homegrown tomatoes versus store-bought ones. - 04:37 - How to grow mint from cuttings and care tips. - 05:02 - Harvesting mint after three months and the importance of trimming. - 06:08 - Propagating rosemary from cuttings and tips on caring for the herb. - 08:11 - Planting basil seedlings in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. - 10:00 - Introducing culantro (sawtooth coriander) and how to propagate it from cuttings. - 11:25 - Growing scallions from cuttings and when they’re ready to harvest. - 12:01 - Planting an old red onion to regrow greens and potentially a new bulb. - 12:36 - Harvesting spur chilies even at day 329 and encouraging continuous production through pruning. - 13:10 - Thai chili plants from seeds and tips for using them fresh or dried. - 14:01 - The process of growing sweet potatoes from a submerged cutting and the importance of watering. - 14:57 - How to grow potatoes in a large pot with proper soil coverage and moisture. - 16:01 - Harvesting ginger after planting it and waiting for the leaves to die back. - 16:12 - Planting leftover ginger in a pot with the expectation of growth. - 17:09 - General advice for choosing plants for your garden by understanding their characteristics and care requirements. - 18:16 - Echo expresses her hopes of encouraging viewers to start their own gardens, even in small spaces.

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Q&A

How can I start my own apartment garden?

Find a space just outside your apartment window or another suitable area with sufficient sunlight. Begin with easy-to-grow herbs like mint, scallions, parsley, rosemary, and basil. Add vegetables such as tomatoes, chili peppers, and ginger as you gain experience. Follow step-by-step guides to growing each plant in pots and ensure you have the right conditions like enough sunlight and appropriate watering schedules.

What should I know before starting to grow tomatoes?

Tomatoes prefer to be planted deep and require at least 6-8 hours of full sun. Water consistently, as inconsistent watering can cause issues. Aim to water them twice a day during hot seasons and ensure the soil remains moist but not soggy to avoid root rot. Be patient, as tomatoes typically start producing fruit around day 58 and begin ripening around day 85.

How do I grow mint from cuttings?

Harvest mint, keeping only the top leaves, and cut the stem below a node to about 3-4 inches in length. Place them in a jar with about an inch of water and wait until roots appear, which can take a couple of weeks. Once a good root system develops, plant them in small pots with light soil with good drainage. Regular watering is key to keeping the soil evenly moist.

How do I grow rosemary from cuttings?

Snip a few healthy stems of rosemary about 6-8 inches long, strip off lower leaves, and scrape off some of the outer layer to encourage rooting. Place the cuttings in a jar with water and leave them on the counter. Refill or change the water every 3-4 days. In about 10-17 days, you will see roots and can plant them in pots. Rosemary prefers well-draining soil and at least 6-8 hours of full sunlight.

What is the process for harvesting and regrowing basil?

Replant 20-day-old basil seedlings that like well-drained and nutrient-rich soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet. Once they grow enough, replant them in a larger pot. Harvest the basil regularly to encourage new growth and use the fresh leaves in your cooking. You can store basil in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for longer shelf life.

How can I successfully grow sweet potatoes in pots?

Suspend a sweet potato using toothpicks in a container of water with the pointed end submerged. In about a week, roots will appear, and after 12 days, vines will sprout. Water the sweet potato vines after planting them in pots. Sweet potatoes like moist soil but not soggy conditions. Harvest them typically four to five months after planting.

Can I grow an edible garden in a small apartment space?

Yes, it's possible to grow your own produce in small spaces such as an apartment. Start with easy-to-grow plants and gradually expand your garden. Ensure your plants have enough sunlight, and choose the right plants that suit the conditions you can provide. Regular care, including watering and pruning, is essential for a thriving edible garden.