Alex Nguyen
Balcony gardener in NYC. Proving you don't need a yard to grow amazing food and beautiful plants!
What butterfly-friendly plants thrive in NYC's climate?
I'm a balcony gardener in NYC, and I'm super excited to start my butterfly garden! But I’m a bit overwhelmed trying to choose the right plants that wi...
Why is my dill flowering so early and how to manage it?
I’m a bit puzzled with my dill plants right now! 🌼 They’ve started to flower much earlier than expected, and I’m worried that I’m going to lose the lo...
What are the best eco-friendly practices for maintaining soil health in containers?
I know that keeping soil healthy is crucial for my balcony garden, but I’m a bit overwhelmed with all the options! I’ve mostly been using pre-mixed po...
How does copper sulfate interact with container gardening in small spaces?
I'm Alex, a balcony gardener in NYC, and I'm always looking for ways to maximize my small space! 🌱 I've heard a lot about copper sulfate as a pest con...
How can I optimize my limited balcony space for butterflies?
I love butterflies and want to make my small balcony a haven for them! Right now, I have a few containers with flowers, but I want to make sure I’m ma...
How can I promote biodiversity in my small urban balcony garden?
I really want my balcony garden to be a little ecosystem on its own! I’ve been growing a mix of herbs and flowers, but I’m curious about how to attrac...
Best vertical growing methods for small veggie plants?
I'm really into maximizing my small balcony space for growing veggies! I've got a few pots and some vertical planters, but I'm wondering about the bes...
How can I improve my potting soil for herbs in limited sunlight?
I’ve got a small balcony garden, and I'm focusing on growing herbs like basil, mint, and dill. The challenge is that my space doesn’t get as much sunl...
What sustainable materials should I use for vertical gardening on my balcony?
I'm totally in love with vertical gardening and want to optimize my balcony space! I’ve been using some basic plastic containers, but I'm thinking abo...
What potting soil is best for heavy feeders on a balcony?
I'm currently growing a few heavy feeder plants like cucumbers and peppers in my balcony garden, and I'm realizing that the potting soil I initially u...
How do I manage watering during NYC's hot summers?
NYC summers can be brutal for my balcony garden! I’ve noticed that even with a good watering schedule, some of my plants seem to struggle with the hea...
What's the best potting soil mix for container gardening in NYC?
I'm currently working on my balcony garden in NYC, and I want to make sure my pots are filled with the best potting soil mix possible! I've been using...
How can I create an indoor composting system for my balcony garden?
I'm really excited about the idea of composting, but living in a small NYC apartment makes it tricky. I've been thinking about how to do composting in...
How to combat common pests in an urban veggie garden?
I'm concerned about pests in my balcony garden! Living in NYC, I’ve already noticed some pesky bugs nibbling on my kale and spinach. I’ve tried using ...
What's the secret to continuous harvesting of veggies?
Hey everyone! I've been trying to figure out how to get a continuous harvest from my balcony veggie garden. I've grown some great tomatoes and peppers...
Can I grow perennials in my raised garden bed?
I've been focused on growing annuals in my raised garden bed, but I’m really interested in adding some perennials for a long-term planting strategy. I...
How to create a flowery pathway in my limited balcony space?
I’m dreaming of a flower-filled pathway that evokes the romance of Victorian gardens, but my balcony is quite narrow! I’ve got a couple of railing pla...
What are the best soil mixes for container gardening in NYC?
Living in NYC, I often find it tricky to find high-quality potting soil for my containers. I've used some standard mixes from the local garden center,...
Can I incorporate ornamental grasses in my Victorian balcony garden?
I’m in love with the idea of incorporating ornamental grasses into my balcony garden to add texture and movement, but I’m not sure how they fit into t...
What unique crops can I grow in containers on my balcony?
I love experimenting with different plants in my balcony garden, and I’m curious about unique or unusual crops that can thrive in containers. I’ve tri...