Planting in stealth containers

Sometimes a very recognizable food plant can be totally disguised if planted in an unusual container. Container gardening is a very good way to use small spaces to grow food. Any non-toxic container with drain holes will work. At least one foot of soil is required for large plants. Radishes can be grown in four inches of good soil. If you have a hollow spot in a tree stump, it can be used to grow many types of plants. A pile of rocks can hold several plants that can look like a very natural composition. Strangely enough, roof gutters grow plants very well. You can attach some false gutters to the eaves of your house and have a large hanging garden. Just remember to keep the real gutters clear and clean! If you have a flat roof that will bear traffic, it can make a very nice hidden garden spot. Just make sure to space the containers so you do not add too much weight to the roof. Using your imagination, you can come up with some very unique ways to hide a garden in plain sight.