Are you ready to start a container garden but aren’t sure how deep of a container you need to grow vegetables?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The depth and size of your container is one of the most important things to remember when starting a container garden. There are so many different-sized containers and pots to choose from and different vegetables will have vastly different needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then you’ll have to consider the space and goals for your container garden. Do you have enough room to grow large root crops? Or will you have to use more creative methods for an awkward space?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After you decide on your container gardening goals, make a list and cross out the ones that aren’t feasible for your space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a General Rule, Bigger is Better<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re ever unsure about if a pot is big enough to grow in, just remember that bigger is generally better. In pots that are too small, the roots may become root-bound and cannot properly take in nutrients from the soil<\/a>. This can lead to stunted growth or starvation. A higher soil volume means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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• Less watering for you.<\/strong> A higher soil volume will keep water moisture levels stored for longer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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  • Room for friends.<\/strong> Add companion plants or bright flowers to attract pollinators and repel pests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    • More soil nutrients. <\/strong>Helps feed the plant nutrients over time for higher production and yield.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Standard Clay and Plastic Pot Sizes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      How Deep is the Pot?<\/strong><\/td>	Amount (Gallons)<\/strong><\/td>	How Much Soil Do You Need?<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
      5-6 inch <\/td>	1-quart<\/td>	0.03 cubic ft of soil<\/td><\/tr>
      7-8 inch<\/td>	1-gallon<\/td>	0.15 cubic ft of soil<\/td><\/tr>
      10-inch<\/td>	3 gallon<\/td>	0.46 cubic ft of soil<\/td><\/tr>
      12-inch<\/td>	5 gallon<\/td>	0.77 cubic ft of soil<\/td><\/tr>
      14-inch<\/td>	7 gallon<\/td>	1 cubic ft of soil<\/td><\/tr>
      16-inch pot<\/td>	10-gallon<\/td>	1.5 cubic ft of soil<\/td><\/tr>
      18-inch pot<\/td>	15 gallons<\/td>	2.3 cubic ft of soil<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>