I've taken up vegetable gardening this year, and along the way I've learned many lessons. The big one? Don't grow more than you can handle.
I made this error, and quickly found myself panicking about how I was going to save my radish babies when I realized I had way too many in a couple of planters. So, I quickly grabbed the Jeria Grow Bags from Amazon and set about untangling roots and replanting them.
Thankfully, these have worked a treat, and my radishes are all now thriving. I've gone into everything you need to know about them and asked pro gardeners why they're such a great idea. Whether you've made vegetable gardening mistakes like I have or just want to grow veggies without spending a fortune on decorative planters, I definitely recommend trying them.
The grow bags that saved my radishes
Why I love the Jeria Grow Bags
When I first bought my Jeria Grow Bags, I was just looking for a simple, cost-effective solution for growing vegetables in my small backyard. I didn't want to spend $10 at a time for a planter — especially because I ended up having over 60 radish seedlings to re-plant.
But, it actually turns out that not only are grow bags economical, but they have serious benefits for the plants.
“Grow bags allow for ample aeration of the roots, which most vegetables need to thrive,” explains Marco Picano, gardening and landscaping expert at Picano Landscaping. “If you need to move the vegetables to follow the sun or for any other reason, the bags make this simple. The fabric sides of the bags also make it easy for gardeners to check on root health.”
I’m just growing radishes in my grow bags, but Marco says that vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers also grow brilliantly in these.
“Smaller veggies like radishes will do well in a five-gallon bag, while tomatoes need at least a 20-gallon bag,” he adds.
If you’re growing plants in bags like me, Marco also suggests using high-quality potting mix instead of garden soil, as this will provide better drainage and aeration. For example, the Miracle-Gro Potting Mix from Amazon have over 20,000 five star reviews from shoppers who say it produces incredibly healthy plants.
My extra radishes are now doing just fine in a 10-gallon bag, thankfully. I moved them a couple of weeks ago, and they’ve gone from having small leaves to having huge ones and much bigger heads.
I’m hoping that I’ll be able to harvest them soon enough and enjoy them in my salads. I have grown a few radishes successfully in regular planters and, while they were a little small, they were utterly delicious.
More Amazon gardening picks
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All prices correct at time of publication.
Size (in.): H6.85 x W12.6
Made from: Stainless steel
Price: Was $41.99 Now $34.99
If you've just started gardening this year like me, this is a great all-rounder kit. It comes with six tools, a watering spritzer, gloves, and even a sturdy bag with a decorative vintage-style design. I'm personally eyeing this up for myself, but I also think it would make a lovely gift. Amazon shoppers agree, with one having grabbed it for her daughter who is growing kitchen herbs and gardening in an apartment.
Size (in.): W3.82 x L11.02
Made from: Titanium
Price: Was $39.95 Now $19.95
I often struggle with my hands cramping up, so I've put these pruners with ergonomic, non-slip handles in my basket. These are the pruners with the best ratings on Amazon with over 20,000 shoppers saying they are super sharp, a breeze to use, and ultra-sharp. Many of our plant and gardening experts recommend these, too. Just keep them away from little ones, as the safety closure is simple to push off.
Size (in.): H10 x W67 x D20
Made from: Metal
Price: Was $69.99 Now $39.99
If you do want something sturdier to grow your vegetables in, this is Amazon's Choice for garden beds, which means it has great ratings, is rarely returned, and can be quickly delivered. It has over 1,800 reviews from happy Amazon shoppers who love its versatility, size, and durability. The silver version has $30 off it right now, which is a great price.
These Amazon grow bags have transformed my small backyard vegetable garden, and I know I’m going to end up getting more for my winter crops.
“With the right care and maintenance, grow bags can yield a successful harvest. They are a gardening game changer,” Marco finishes by saying.
Over planting isn’t the only problem I’ve had when gardening — I also had to get rid of aphids in my vegetable garden, which I did easily thanks to one household item.