Plants to Grow

Start with an easy plant

Some plants are easier than others for a first Kratky garden. Leafy plants that grow quickly are a good choice.

Good first plants

  • Lettuce
  • Basil
  • Herbs, such as mint or parsley

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For more about the plants in this method, see Kratky Vegetables.

Start from a seedling

Follow Step 3: Plant a seedling to get your plant started.

Grown-up step: Choose plants with a grown-up, and check how much light and space each one needs.