How To Start A Tiered Garden in February

One of the most popular trends in gardening today is the lovely and elevated tiered garden. These stacking boxes of raised garden beds are ideal for growing herbs and vegetables in your own back yard. Even though there is still quite the chill in the air, now is the time to plant a wide range of herbs and vegetables. If you are interested in growing some of your own produce, let us walk you through the process. It is quick, easy, and a great way to control what you eat.

Start with Garden Boxes

Before you can plant a tiered garden, you must first purchase garden earth boxes. You can opt for an already tiered set or purchase single boxes in the sizes that are needed for your space. There are many different options to choose from, so take your time to browse the collection.

Place the Garden Boxes

When you set out to placing your garden boxes in your yard, take into consideration the plants you are planting and choose a location that receives the amount of sun or shade those plants need to thrive.

Fill Them with Soil

Fill the garden boxes with nutrient-rich soil. The better the soil, the better your herbs and vegetables will grow. That is all you need to do to prep these garden boxes to receive your plants.

What to Plant in February

Herbs

Herbs are one of the most common items to grow at home. They are frequently used in recipes, although you rarely need very much. It is convenient to purchase them in the store but still rather expensive and many of them end up going to waste. While not all herbs are suitable for winter planting, many of the common ones are. Try starting them in small pots indoors where it is a bit warmer and then transplanting them to your outdoor herb garden once they have started to sprout and grow a strong root system. According to Urban Farmer, these herbs can be started indoor right now.

• Basil
• Oregano
• Thyme
• Sage

Vegetables

Eat pesticide-free vegetables anytime you want without paying the high price at the grocery store. Growing commonly used vegetables in your own back yard is an easy way to cook healthy and affordably. Many of our favorite vegetables to grow at home can be planted right now, especially if you live in a slightly warmer climate.

• Broccoli
• Lettuce
• Onions
• Peppers
• Tomatoes

Lookup Your Region

While these plants are generally good choices for this time of year, your exact region might not support each of them. Check your regional guidelines to  double-check which herbs and vegetables are ready for planting in your USDA Hardiness Zone.