Do you guys remember my original White Trash Garden? When we first moved into our apartment, we thought we’d only be here for one year. MAX. I was dreaming of giant raised bed vegetable gardens, but decided to make do with the materials (garbage) and space (a paved carport) we had on hand during our one short year in the ghetto.
The original White Trash Garden, sharing a small strip of the carport with my motorcycle.
Fast forward four years and….we’re still here. My garden remains a little trashy – but it’s somewhat evolved. Just like me. I still drink wine out of the box, but now I totally use a glass. My garden is still most comfortable with a Rainier beer in its hand, but it’s now contained in an old garden cart and can be moved into the sun during the day.
Behold the evolution!
The evolved White Trash Garden, now available for walks on the beach and drive-thru dining.
Herbs, peppers, spinach, lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, cabbage, broccoli, peas and some unknowns (I planted some from seeds and sort of forgot what they were. Luckily, I love surprises).
The floor of the garden cart is grated (like the sides). I covered the bottom and sides with weed fabric, and attached it with zip ties. There are about 3-4 inches of small rock in the bottom of the cart to help with drainage and the rest is filled with potting soil.
Great idea with the weed fabric and zip ties. I love it!
Very impressive, indeed!
I do recall the original! Inspired me to make more reused containers for seedlings!! xos
OK…can I do one now…cause I totally need to move my entire garden into full sun. I’m thinking if I follow your lead I won’t have to make a whole new spot for my garden, just one cart load. It sounds about right for this particular summer:-)
Great little garden. Gardeners will always find a way to garden. :-)). Good writing.