Kitchen garden can be a great option for those who want to grow vegetables. Its popularity in urban areas is increasing day by day. Most of the vegetables that are cooked in our kitchen can be produced in our own vegetable garden or in a small area.

Why is kitchen gardening necessary?

A lot of chemical fertilizers and pesticides are used in the vegetables available in the market, which can have a negative impact on health . Various studies have shown that such vegetables increase the risk of diseases such as kidney problems and cancer. A balanced diet is essential for a healthy life, in which home-grown organic vegetables play an important role.

How to make a kitchen garden at home?

Proper use of available space

A garden can be made on the roof of the house, window grill, veranda or karesabari . Where there should be a lot of sunlight (6-7 hours) and a place with frequent air . It is necessary to choose a place that is easy to irrigate and has good water drainage.

Use of organic fertilizers

Kitchen waste can be used as fertilizer. Vegetable peels, egg shells, tea leaf husks etc. can make good organic fertilizers.

What can be planted?

Cauli, Banda, Broccoli, Coriander, Greens, Okra, Banta, Lamb, Chilli, Carrot, Tomato, Potato, Onion, Garlic etc . Herbs like basil, coriander, rosemary, ghee, lemon grass, mint can also be planted. How to take care of

?

• - Plants should be selected according to the season when planting .
• In the beginning, you should water little by little every day, after the plant gets bigger, it is advisable to water it once a week so that it gets deeply wet.
• The plant should be watered only in the morning or in the evening, watering in the afternoon sun may cause the plant to wither .
• 15-15 days interval organic fertilizer should be applied .
• Use natural insecticides like neem oil that can be prepared at home to control insects.

Benefits of kitchen gardening