Starting a balcony vegetable garden is fun, but a few small mistakes can stop plants from growing well. Here are five to watch out for.
1. Using small pots – roots need space to breathe.
2. Overwatering – wet soil makes roots rot.
3. Ignoring sunlight – most vegetables need 5–6 hours daily.
4. Using garden soil alone – it gets hard; mix cocopeat and compost.
5. Skipping pest check – tiny insects can damage leaves fast.
Avoid these, and your balcony garden will stay green and healthy all year.