How to Grow Vegetables in a Drawer

Introduction

I know you have all been wondering: how do I grow vegetables in a drawer? You’ve probably asked yourself this many times, but no one has had an answer. It’s a good thing you’re here with me today, because I’m going to tell you all about growing vegetables in drawers!

The most important thing to know when growing vegetables in a drawer is that they need soil, water, and light to survive. You’ll also want some kind of container for them so they don’t fall out as soon as there’s a breeze coming through your window (not that it really gets windy where I live). This can be anything from an old shoebox or cereal box cut up into small pieces so each piece fits just right inside each drawer space on the dresser; then taped together at the corners with duct tape for support. Or if you don’t have those items handy, use any plastic container from around your house like Tupperware lids or yogurt cups–they work great too!

But when you have no garden plot, or very little ground space to grow on, this innovative idea for a vegetable drawer is about to completely change your world.

It’s called the GrowBox, and it was designed by two sisters who wanted access to fresh produce even though they didn’t have much space at all. The idea has since taken off online—and now you can get in on the trend too!

This ingenious little garden box is a great way to grow food indoors without taking up any extra space. And guess what? It only takes about 10 minutes per day!

This creative gardening solution has been done with different types of drawers, but we thought that an old dresser was the nicest way to display the growing produce.

This creative gardening solution has been done with different types of drawers, but we thought that an old dresser was the nicest way to display the growing produce. The drawer is the perfect size for a container garden and it’s also tall enough to fit the bigger vegetables like eggplants and tomatoes. It’s deep enough for long roots like carrots or potatoes, but not too deep where you can’t reach into it easily. And lastly, it’s wide enough so that you have room for several plants or seeds without overcrowding them. You can even add some cute labels on top so you remember what is planted inside each section!

What you need to plant in a drawer:

Here’s what you’ll need:

A clear plastic or glass container (one that will fit in your drawer). This can be any size and shape, but you want it to be big enough to accommodate the plants’ roots and allow for some watering space. I recommend using a rectangular-shaped container so that the roots have more room to breathe.
If you have a large garden-variety plastic storage tray from Ikea, those are ideal because they’re already transparent and come with dividers for easy organization.
A wire mesh (or chicken wire) cut into strips at least one inch wide by four inches long—you’ll want enough material to fill up most of your drawer’s bottom area when laid flat on top of each other; use any excess as supports for larger plants such as tomatoes or squash plants later on down the road!
Gardening soil—you may choose any brand here; just make sure it contains ingredients like peat moss or coco coir so that it retains moisture well without becoming soggy too quickly! It should also contain organic fertilizer like worm castings so they won’t leach out into ground water supply when used over time–this would cause pollution concerns if not properly managed correctly first before being disposed off properly afterwards too.”

A dresser drawer whose bottom has been removed

You’ll need to remove the bottom of the drawer to make room for your soil. Use a saw or a drill with a masonry bit to cut through the wood, then pull out all nails and screws. If your dresser is made of particle board, you can just use a hammer and pry bar; if not, try using an electric screwdriver. Once you have removed all pieces of your dresser’s bottom, go ahead and line it with wire mesh (you can buy this at any hardware store). Secure the mesh with nails or screws and a staple gun so that it’s nice and sturdy against any side walls in your drawer. Then fill it with soil or manure! Plant seeds or seedlings in their own pots on top for easy transplanting later on down the road—the ideal situation would be using some kind of self-watering system like this one made by Aerogarden (more about these systems below). If there isn’t enough room for plants at first but plenty when they start growing bigger later in life: no problem! Just keep feeding them from above until then!

A thick piece of clear plastic or glass, cut to fit over the drawer opening

A thick piece of clear plastic or glass, cut to fit over the drawer opening.

You can make use of any clear material that you have on hand, such as plexiglass or acrylic. If you don’t want to buy a new piece of clear material, you can use the back side of a glass dish instead. You might also be able to find either at a thrift store if it’s something they carry in stock!

Old chicken wire (or wire mesh)

If you want to grow vegetables in a drawer, first make sure that the chicken wire (or wire mesh) you use is old chicken wire. It should not be new chicken wire, galvanized wire mesh, galvanized deer fencing or hardware cloth; this will result in poor germination and plant growth.

Galvanized nails or screws and a staple gun

Galvanized nails or screws and a staple gun
Staple gun: This tool is used to fasten two pieces of material together. It’s easy to use, but it does require you to have a bit of strength in your hands. If you don’t have one or know how to use one, ask someone who does know how!
Galvanized nails/screws: These are long nails with sharp tips and pointed heads made from zinc-coated steel that are used for construction projects. They’re also known as “garden stakes” because they can be driven into the ground without bending (unlike wood).

Gardening soil and/or manure (depending on what you choose to grow).

Ideally, you’ll want to use soil or compost (if your seeds are already in a container) to grow your plants. If you’re starting from seed and don’t have any of these materials on hand, manure is fine—but it’s best not to use this if you’re growing plants from seeds.

Composting is the process of breaking down organic matter like plant scraps and food waste into useful compost. Composting can be done indoors or outdoors, but it’s important that the compost pile has sufficient air circulation so that molds don’t form when the materials break down.

Aerobic organisms live in an environment where there is plenty of oxygen available for respiration; anaerobic organisms only survive in environments without oxygen (or very little). When organic material breaks down rapidly with no air circulation at all, anaerobic bacteria start to break down the material instead of aerobic ones like worms do!

Seeds and/or seedlings for vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, peas and cucumbers. Fresh herbs like basil, parsley and thyme are also great choices for this type of container garden.

When you’re deciding what vegetables to grow in a drawer, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, and most importantly, make sure that the vegetables will actually grow well in a drawer. In other words, check the minimum size requirements for each vegetable before picking them. Some vegetables can’t be grown indoors at all!

Second, consider the time of year when planning your drawer garden. If you live somewhere with four distinct seasons or even just one or two hot summers or cold winters, you’ll need different plants depending on what time of year it is outside (we’ll talk more about this below). Finally, remember that these are just general guides—there’s no one right answer when it comes to which plants will grow best in containers like drawers!

First take out the bottom of the drawer by removing the nails or screws, then use the wire mesh to line it all around the inside. Use galvanized nails or screws and a staple gun to secure it tightly in place. If necessary, use tin snips to cut the wire mesh down to size so it fits snugly in place without any gaps at all. Fill up each drawer with soil/manure as desired and plant your seeds/seedlings. It really is just that simple! 🙂

First, remove the bottom of your drawer by removing nails or screws. Then use wire mesh to line it all around the inside. It’s a good idea to use galvanized nails or screws and a staple gun to secure it tightly in place. If necessary, use tin snips to cut the wire mesh down to size so it fits snugly in place without any gaps at all. Fill up each drawer with soil/manure as desired and plant your seeds/seedlings! It really is just that simple! 🙂

Conclusion

There you have it, folks! There’s never been a better time to jump on the veggie bandwagon and start growing your own food. All you need is some old furniture and a few supplies, then sit back while nature goes to work.