Meet a DECK Gardener Growing POUNDS of Food EVERY WEEK | Ways to Grow Food Fast in a Small Space

Do you want to grow food for yourself or your family but think it isn't possible (or worth it) because you live in a small space, don't have land, or consider yourself a beginner gardener? The truth is, you CAN grow food and lots of it in a small space and in your spare time by starting with the right tools and considering container garden vegetables. If you want to maximize your growing space, your best option is to start growing vertically and being strategic about the types of crops you plant. If you want food fast, ditch the full size fruits and vegetables and opt for fast-growing organic hybrids which can take you from seed to harvest in 30, 35 or 60 days so that you can enjoy fresh food from your garden on the regular. In this video I share why I choose to garden in a GreenStalk vertical garden, the seeds that work best for small space gardeners and other products that enable me to have a successful garden. You can do this. Let GreenStalk give you a greenthumb!
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[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

GREENSTALK CODE: BE A FARM GIRL ($10 Off Your Order) Here's the website: greenstalkgarden.com?rstr=BEAFARMGIRL Looking for the BEST way to achieve incredible gardening results in a small space? You've got to ensure your growing with the right tools and seeds and in this video I share both! Let's learn about the benefits of vertical gardening, enjoy a seed haul, and my first early garden spring tour of the year! xoxox Cassandra.

[@hez5537]

I just love your channel!

[@sharrilswindle752]

I just tried ordering with the code .It's not valid it says ??? Any ideas??, I just got it, all has to be one word!! It works then... BEAFARMGIRL

[@TheMzTR]

Where's the link for this planter

[@JAH-iu3yh]

😯Wow, color me inspired! I am on the website now, ready to put your code in… but 1 question: HOW do you keep the animals off? I’m a super busy mom of 2 littles & a puppy, so everyday after work we are in the backyard. I only have enclosed porches though, but thinking of putting the Greenstalk 3 tier in a spot that gets Sun so might act like a greenhouse. Have you grown anything inside or on a porch? My husband & I had success with a raised bed garden before kids, but it was a lot of work of course that I don’t have time for now. But absolutely want to show my kids to grow their own food ASAP. Thanks girl! ☀️

[@sharrilswindle752]

@@TheMzTR BEAFARMGIRL

[@roycroftgirl2446]

So, I’m very intrigued by your video and think the vertical gardening idea is the way to go. I went online and priced out everything. It looks like green stock currently sells the five tier vertical planter for $149. With your code it would be $139. Then, looking closely at what it includes it does not have the base with the wheels. I went back to look at the accessories and for an additional $60, I can purchase the spinner base and mover with wheels. So, without tax included, it looks to be $200. That’s without any seed packs, which I may follow your lead and purchase those bundles from botanical interests. I’m a huge cook and I love to eat vegetables. I love watching your videos and feel like the two of us could be friends. So, I want everyone to know I am not being a critic when it comes to this information. I am very fiscally responsible and if you are wanting to take on this venture, just know it is going to cost you about $300 to start. Personally, I feel that that money is totally worth it because I will reap the vegetable and herb rewards daily at my home. I thought it was very important to point out that the spinner base and wheels is a separate purchase, which I did not feel was clear in the video.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Roycroft Girl! I 100% agree with the comment you left and I'm so glad you shared this. Initially, when I first started to garden with more intention, I did so with a collection of thrifted and store-bought pots and 5 gallon buckets. I was having success, but I as wanted to expand my garden, I found myself needing to purchase another pot, plant stakes, and then to protect my deck from pot rim stains (they are horrible to clean even with a power washer) I started to get drainage trays, but the problem is you need them for every single stinkin' pot and I didn't want to scale in that direction (or at that price). Since I had a collection close to 40-50 pots, with larger items like peppers and tomatoes growing, those buckets were heavy and I had to spend time watering each and every pot and some pots needed more watering depending on the material they were made out of (clay, cloth or plastic). It started to take some of the enjoyment away from gardening as I realized that my system was inefficient and I was taking away valuable walkway space. I realized that if I wanted to grow more I needed to give vertical gardening a try. I did the math between continuing to scale with pots, drainage trays, and rolling planter caddys for 30 more plants (the minimum I could plant with a Greenstalk), the GS won out, plus it makes your gardening routine so much easier on your body, it's way more efficient to water and fertilizer multiple plants at once and I could reclaim deck space. I told myself I wouldn't get more than 3, and its been (5 years now) since my initial purchase and I'm JUST getting the insect and frost covers (I made it work with rolls of shade cloth you can get from Lowes or Home Depot and just used my clothes pins to clip them down, now that I'll my garden has grown to 4 GreenStalks, it'll just be faster to cover them using the fitted covers). It's an investment, but one that I can take with me when we move in several years because I can't imagine NOT planting in these. There's also the peace of mind in knowing that even though I don't have land, I have a system that truly provides a dent in food I don't need to rely on the grocery store to provide, that tastes better and is chemical free. I make all of my own amendments (I make my own bone meal, fish meal, worm castings, NPK fertilizer, egg shells for calcium, coffee grounds for N, etc. by repurposing my food scraps so that truly saves money). Like you, cooking and gardening are my joys in life and so the purchases I've made over the last few years not only contribute to learning how to garden as I wait on a single family homestead, but one that brings me great joy as a canner and mostly cook from scratch home cook. Always pair your GS purchase with a holiday sale (they have one coming up in May for Mother's Day) and a coupon code. I took my time and made sure that I ONLY considered getting another GS after I had packed out multiple pockets and truly saw the benefit of them. Nothing brings me greater joy than looking outside of the window and seeing my "outdoor pantry" or going out to harvest fresh herbs for meals I make or hot teas I enjoy with my husband with the morning or coming home and rubbing my hands across lemon balm and lavender to destress from the work day. These items are durable, from a small US family owned business I feel good about giving my money to and the customer service experience is fantastic! I totally did not make it clear that the spinner base was separate (my intention was NOT to mislead, I just plum forgot). Keep me posted if you decide to give one (or two) a try!

[@jujutrini8412]

Thanks for the information and the tip. It’s good to know from the outset how much you will need to invest at the beginning so you can weigh up whether it is worth it.

[@NaturallyGifted77]

Thanks for doing the research! So basically 300 dollars

[@nayah9423]

I got my first Green stalk on sale for $99.00 . They have a sale couple times a year for the planter, you have to buy base separately. They just had a Mother’s Day sale.

[@chelseaj3817]

$300 covers the wasted food I've had to toss from the waxy GMO grocery store fruits and vegetables (labeled as organic from Whole Foods) and the ' regular' fruits/vegetables that have gone rotten. There has slowly been a food shortage, so I wouldn't be surprised if the price reaches $600 over time. It is truly a blessing to be able to grow my own food. I have never gardened however so spending what is required will hold me accountable to make sure its a success lol.

[@beansandgreens5712]

You're super organized; your home, your greens talk garden, canning, etc. I'm beyond impressed.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hahah, thanks friend! I certainly do get behind from time to time but I try to keep up with simple systems that make the process organized and efficient! Thanks for noticing!

[@donnamullins2089]

I am so proud for you. Being a spokesperson for Green Stalk. What a great company. Moon calendar gardening really works. My friend Val owns a garden center and post the moon news in her newsletter every month. It is so true. Will tell you when it is a Fire Sign to step away from garden. I am looking forward to your spring planting. Great video. Thank you Casandra. Sent you and email with Val's Moon newsletter.

[@karenangelisashaw7347]

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[@micheleharris1614]

You are the first person on gardening that I have actually watched back to back videos. I’m 63 yrs young and have never gardened before. I’ve perused many videos and you are so down to earth and natural and love what you do. Thank you for sharing your knowledge to help those of us who have no yard to grow God’s bounty and promise for us.

[@lauriepayseur5897]

Cassandra I was in Aldi last night on the coast of SC and ran into a stranger from Mid-Georgia … struck up a conversation… she was buying clearance composter for $12.99 reg $80ish… I told her she might consider follow this wonderful woman on KZbin (becoming a farm girl) she laughed and said… I already do! ❤❤❤ you are loved and talked about in the best way in random Aldi’s across the planet! 😂

[@ceejanebryant5879]

Thank you, Dear, for sharing your story. I'm so impressed with this new found video that my sister sent me.

[@rosewood513]

Let me tell you: I was a master gardener for about 10 years and I never grew so much food in such a small space and I have one of those towers that is sitting on the side. I am going to reserect it this week and get some use out of it. Great job.

[@connieefurulee]

I’m so happy you posted growing in a vertical garden. I’ve been sitting on the fence about this since your first post. You’re an inspiration to us city dwellers with small spaces. Thanks for what you do.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Connie! I'm so happy to hear this! Even with limited land and space, there are still a number of work arounds us "city dwellers" can do to leverage what we've got! I recommend just starting with 1 and not more than 2 (perhaps 1 leaf GreenStalk for shallow root crops like herbs and lettuces) OR the original for root crops and vining vegetables. Get the mover base so that you can easily rotate your garden with ease. I'm going to continue to feature my GS in my cooking/canning and garden update videos because these planters are the joy of my spring and summer early fall when it comes to being able to have access gardening. They are super efficient to water and fertilize and its lovely supporting a small US family owned business. Keep me posted!

[@connieefurulee]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl I got off the fence and ordered the Greenstalk using your discount code. I’m looking forward to using it following your planting recommendations because we are neighbors (WDC) in the same planting zone. Thanks again.

[@tammycarr9637]

wait! what!? you have tomatoes growing outside in the greenstalk already???? I am in Southern MD near the base and although I have plants started in the greenhouse -I have been leery of planting any of my tomatoes in the greenstalks yet because of the cool temps we've had. Now I'm rethinking it girlfriend!!! 😂 I love you and your videos and often wish we were neighbors ❤🥰 Thanks for keeping it fun and inspiring 😘

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Yup, Tammy, you saw them, the compact patio versions of tomatoes that top out at 1-2 feet tall produce a bounty cherry sized tomatoes across 3-4 months. Stick with the ones that have solid stems (but I still prefer to use a mini-stake for added support). I've bought my tomatoes from my local farmers market so these were already going, but yes, they are turning orange and yellow and delish!

[@AshleyByTheOcean]

I received my first greenstalk on Monday and when I opened the magazine I was like, “hey, I know her!” Congratulations!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Ashley! Awww, thanks so much! GreenStalk has truly given me the gift of gardening in a way I wouldn't be able to access in a townhome. I told myself I wouldn't get more than 3 but over the years as I continue to be impressed by how much you can plant in them I keep getting the pull to "get just 1 more"! Keep me posted on the progress of your GS and what you intend to plant. Did you get the Original or Leaf? What color?!

[@AshleyByTheOcean]

I bought the original in the stone color. I’m planting a good variety- greens, herbs, beans, radishes, husk cherries, broccoli and determinate varieties of sugar snap peas, tomatoes and cucumbers. I have a handful of railing planters and a few other pots that we’ll be growing some more of the things we tend to eat the most of. As soon as I pulled the first container out of the box, my husband said he was so surprised by the small footprint, maybe we should get another one right now… I told him we’ll just start with one and get a second during another sale. I’m thinking that next year we’ll try out baby watermelons and sugar pumpkins - I saw a really great method for using netting and garden staples to support the fruit!

[@RocknRollDina]

I'm sold! Closing on my home soon and will definitely get the green stalk with you code. the future home has a deck and a small yard.

[@bettypierce5323]

This was, by far, the best tutorial for Greenstalk. Your garden is beautiful!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Aww, Betty, this is so sweet. I tried to cover the basics in this video, but there is still so much I want to share and will continue to highlight in this years garden tours. GreenStalk has certainly given me a green thumb. Thank you for the compliments on my garden, it's small and on wheels but its my happy place! Happy gardening season to you too!

[@sheliaheverin8822]

I finally broke down and got me a greenstalk this year. I LOVE IT. My lettuces, herbs and strawberries are growing and looking so good. Congrats on the magazine feature, you deserve it.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Shelia! Doesn't growing in a GreenStalk just make gardening so effortless? I love the easy access to my plants, the ability to have a mobile garden, something that looks beautiful on my deck and is purposeful! I couldn't believe GreenStalk even heard of me and was super happy to see that they are featuring so many different kinds of growers in the magazine! Appreciate the kind words!

[@sheliaheverin8822]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl , yes Girl...I'm thinking about getting another one, lol.

[@WandoTheMachine]

6:47 I was sitting here like man I want to start growing my own food but Im in a townhome and also in MD. You definitely just sold me on the idea I can make it work!

[@tristaperkins7112]

As always, your excitement is contagious!

[@cloryk2040]

Congratulations girlfriend! Superb video.

[@cinderoftheland1496]

The sunburst squash is a favorite 😍. I want that moon calendar!

[@cherylfaulkner7991]

I'm growing food!! You are off the chain!! I may do some, you got great ideas!! Interesting!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Awww, thank you kindly, Cheryl!

[@QueenGomez1111]

Thank you so much, I feel like this video was just for me 👍🏾. It answered questions didn't know I had.🥰

[@PrincessOfATL]

It was the first 15 seconds for me! Let’s go ma’am I’m watching! Straight to it!! ❤❤

[@kimberlyscrivner9373]

I received my Greenstalk and loved the article on you in their magazine!!

[@Chgomom]

Would love one of these. 😊

[@grarycat1984]

Your joy is infectious 😊...this video was like watching a kid on Christmas day...but with seeds and veggies❤😊

[@amymaceachern6910]

Karl packaged mine too! What a rock star!

[@nurseinthegarden]

You are so good at this! Love your videos ❤

[@nevermind7253]

I grew those beautiful purple Bean's years ago.. Absolutely gorgeous And bonus Tasty

[@nevermind7253]

Thank you!! Bravo 👏 Really good video... (As usual) This answers every question, even the one's you didn't know you had!! Blessings 🌺

[@jail.6000]

You just so happened to roll into my feed today, and I am grateful. Ordered a 7-tier grower. The new color is 25% off until June 20th AND I used your promo code. Nice that they have different sizes and price points. I subscribed......your information and editing is perfection. I'm inspired! This video, YOU, made me feel like I could finally grow in my back space.

[@HomeHarvestCo]

Your enthusiasm for gardening is contagious! It's refreshing to see someone so passionate about nurturing plants.

[@ghoulgoil5029]

SOLD! I want one to grow a salsa garden! Thanks so much for all the information!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

A salsa garden sounds delicious! For your tomatoes, you've gotta go with a compact patio variety (one that stays short and bushy but will continuously produce from spring to fall right until it starts to get cold again) because they do AMAZING in a greenstalk and will keep you "tomato rich"! If I didn't have these planters, there's no way I'd be able to grow as much as I'm able to just right on a deck. Keep me posted!

[@ghoulgoil5029]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl thanks for the tip about the tomatoes! I will update.

[@MaribethAlexander]

I’m so excited to see this video! I’m going to order a green stalk in a few days and it’s because of you sharing about yours! I can’t wait to see how much I’ll be able to harvest using this method. At 71, I need easy! Thanks again for all you do to share and educate us in how to grown in a small place, canning and food preservation! And, congratulations on being featured in the Green Stalk magazine! They made a perfect choice in you:) Be blessed❤

[@mysticmom616]

Congratulations on the spread in the magazine!! Great video❤️

[@georgetteboyce1944]

Wow you really sold me on this Green Stalk and the Botanical Interest Seed company. I loved how you showed the prices. So affordable. I had to go to check it out. Also, your energy is amazing. ❤❤❤❤

[@gardenstatesowandsew]

Beautiful ❤ thank you for sharing

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hey honey! It's always good to see you, Garden State Sow and Sew!

[@lynelleholmes7138]

You amaze me with your energy and knowledge. Thank you for sharing. You’ve convinced me to get a green stalk!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Lynelle! You will love your GreenStalks! I'm telling you, after years of growing in pots and gallon buckets that just cluttered my deck space, couldn't be easily moved to catch the sun (or shade) and left pot stains on deck, GreenStalks have been the easiest solution for maximizing growth and enjoyment as a small space gardener.

[@19Angelbaby70]

I’m in Minnesota, zone 4b, we have a REALLY short growing season and extended winter, 2nd winter, 3rd winter, short spring and winter for the 4th time!!! It’s next level!

[@jenniferr2057]

Right? I'm starting seeds, waiting for it to warm up outside, and they are just about ready to eat a ripe tomato. Almost too depressing to watch!

[@09echols]

I love the variety that you've grown in your greenstalk

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello friend! You truly aren't limited to what you grow in your GreenStalk! These planters are so versatile! Thanks for the kind words!

[@tbrac489]

The bread though….did you make that? Is there a recipe? It looked so good (shameless bread lover here🙋🏾‍♀️)

[@teonnascott2615]

Fellow Marylander. Glad your video popped up. I have the space but don’t want the maintenance…and the squirrels were after my buckets! This is inspiring.

[@bettymo]

You are an awesome salesperson and a great teacher. Thank you so much for your thorough presentation!

[@nevermind7253]

This is so interesting. Because Those small pockets on the stand just don't look large enough to grow anything much! However I trust you And can't wait to follow along this season to prove me wrong 😂

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello Never Mind! It's good to see you again! I totally was skeptical in the same way but when you start to read about how shallow the roots are on most herb and lettuce crops, you realize that the GS ensures that you are efficient soil amounts you'll need (and don't). The Original Planter is for full sized crops (if you want to grow vining crops like squash or cucumbers get the plant supports) and the root system not only uses the depth of the pocket, but also spreads out throughout the tier. Keep me posted on your progress!

[@nevermind7253]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl Hey... Thanks for responding ❣️ Unfortunately we aren't in a place where I can do anything really.... We're looking for another to move to so I'm in learning and admiring stage for now.. The building has a small garden space however the people who live here just don't care. Last year someone tore up all the squash plants for no reason.. I was heartbroken 💔 It's an elderly community and I never expected that they would rather smoke and drink (get high) then do anything else!! Yup Seriously We hate it here. My dream is to move maybe in the area of Salisbury MD. There's some beautiful manufactured homes in the area that we might be able to afford. It's so difficult getting older (65) and having health issues and on a fixed income. All I know is we need to get out of here (Chicago IL), it's just getting to expensive and way more scary! Anyways... I can't wait to see everything you're up to... Blessings always on the growing and harvest. Take care 🌷😘🌷

[@MennoniteFarmhouse]

We are going to be growing the strawberry popcorn for selling it to produce stands. Howard’s mom use to grow it back in Baltimore when they lived there.

[@tammyr2966]

That sounds so fun!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

LeAnn (YA'LL CHECK OUT HER CHANNEL). Speaking of Howard's mom- we need to go to that restaurant you were telling me about! Text me later, girl!

[@RuralmoneyOfficial]

This is so much better for me than Hydroponics. I must have one. I am growing in pots, but I like the cute factor and portability. Your narration went big to sell this, so Greenstalk should pay you!🎉 Thanks for sharing.

[@SundiMyint]

Wow, our journeys are so similar! Last year I bought a home with some actual back yard space (Yay Maryland! 7b!). I got a greenstalk and found a little success in the first month, so I got a second one. The first tower had tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber... so many veggies! Then the second tower I dedicated to green beans. This year I have 4 towers, in-ground space for tomatoes, and some raised beds, but the greenstalks are where my heart is. I am continuously impressed by them! So glad I found your channel, it's nice to see someone gardening in my zone and state, as well as growing in the greenstalks 😍

[@shervin6711]

LOVE OURS! On year 3 now, didn't realize leaf planter can fit 12 more strawberry plants! So...guess what I did...lol! Greenstalk also has generous sales too! They do allot of outreach/no profit donations/help too! I ❤ them!

[@1andycandy639]

I’m convinced. I have space but if I can use my space for playing in the yard with my family and entertaining all while growing vertically, that’s a win! I’m also not eager to fill my yard with beds and invite critters. That’s my biggest hurdle. With green stalk I feel a little more assured that I won’t have that problem so much… I hope. Thank you!

[@PlantYourVision]

Advanced wishes for your 100k family 🤗 way to go 👏 God bless you

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you so much!

[@nevermind7253]

OMG Yyyyyyyyyyyaaaaaa Congratulations on your featured article girl ❣️

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you so much, friend! What I called a garden was a hot mess before switching to vertical gardening with GreenStalk! I'd never be able to grow as much as I am just on a deck without them. :)

[@christineayre796]

Congratulations girlfriend!! What a great video sharing more about everything mini gardening!! Love it!

[@patticriss2238]

I would love to be your neighbor, but I’ll settle for being in your huge, adoring fan base. You’re a joy to learn from. I’m an old southern gardener in Oklahoma that doesn’t want to grow in the ground anymore. After years of a 3 acre garden, I’m exhausted. I am downsizing and fencing in a small-ish😂, back yard for a kitchen garden and I’m very excited. The green stalks have been on my mind. Thank you for the time and attention. I am going to buy one and start.

[@danielletrejo9843]

I absolutely adore your videos! I love how much produce can fit into one vertical planter. Congratulations on being featured in the magazine!

[@TheGooberGrape]

I’m not even a minute in but I have to say something, this lady is so beautiful. Her skin, hair and eyes just caught me off guard. Her voice is also lovely and confident.

[@Fernie4243]

Live my 3 GreenStalks! I can't quite get into my big garden, but I don't need a working tiller for a GreenStalk.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

FERN!!!!! Always lovely to see you girl. I didn't realize you had 3 GS! What are you planting in yours? Do you have the Original? Leaf? Both?

[@Fernie4243]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl They are all originals. One is strawberries, one is greens, and the last is herbs. As the strawberries add runners and the lettuce expires, I plan to add strawberries to that GS until I have all 3 in strawberries. My husband is on board with that idea and I know he's at least entertaining the idea of another for Mother's Day. I will have to wait to find out.

[@alishafulton5454]

Hi. Thanks for sharing with us on great seed companiesthat work great with the greenstalks. I have 4 greenstalks and just ordered the irrigation system. This company is the best!!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Alisha! Yes, you will LOVE the hybrid/seeds I shared in this video (and I'll have more to share that I've sourced from my farmers market and a few other seed brands throughout the growing season). I love that you've also gone "GreenStalk crazy" (I told myself I've never have more than 3, haha). I also just saw the irrigation system and I'm going to grab that too. Honey, they truly think of everything for us gardeners! Love, love, LOVE GreenStalk! Keep me posted on your garden!

[@FavorKreations]

OMGGG, Casss!!! Yes, you are so amazing!! Congratulations on the magazine. I appreciate you so much. You have changed my little life so much with all your tips and how to's when it comes to becoming a farm girl. Be encouraged and keep growing and showing us how to do it!!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Saran! Always good to see you. Thank you! GreenStalk reached out to a number of growers for their first edition and I was so happy to share how much they've truly allowed me to access gardening in a powerful way that I wouldn't (and couldn't) access before in my townhome. I can't believe I"ll be up to 6 soon, like whaaaat??! What projects are you working on?

[@MaribethAlexander]

I ordered a Green Stalk planter because you have been so successful in growing vegetables in yours. I did use your coupon code and got the discount! Mine will arrive in two days, and I’m super excited to get planting! Thanks for sharing with us about the Green Stalk! Be blessed:)

[@lori3488]

So happy for you that your in the magazine! Love this video, lots of great information ❤

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Lori! Thank you so very much! If it weren't for GreenStalks, I'd have no way of experiencing the joy and harvests that gardening provides. GreenStalk truly gives anyone a "green thumb"!

[@lori3488]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl this truly makes me want to try Green stalks! I absolutely love everything you do❤️

[@ShanahIgriega]

Congrats on your feature ✨. Me and my seven year old are starting our first seedlings 🌱 here in Florida. It’s going to be a huge benefit having daily access to the simple things like lettuce, parsley, tomatoes, and cilantro in our family since we are in the store every few days for those items. I haven’t had the best experience with gardening in the past but I think you’re right about growing vertically. We are going to save up to invest in one of those growers.

[@me21464]

You got me on a whole new level!! I’m going to order these for me and my mom!!

[@notyourmama]

OMG! My life just changed! So excited to find your channel!

[@CP-ok6uo]

Hi, Cassandra! I made your mayo from my homemade homemade yogurt whey! I know this isn't the focus of this video, but wanted to let you know I'm so glad I did. It is SO good! I'm looking into this too. We are planning a traditional garden, but I like back ups. We have a big deck that gets plenty of sun. During my favorite month of the year (June, my fellow teacher/educator friend), I read and spend A LOT of time on the deck. Thanks!

[@jenniferbrown483]

Oohhh recipe?

[@melissacasler9017]

I missed that video! how do you do that? we make yogurt here every week!! please and thank you!

[@jenniferbrown483]

@@melissacasler9017 same over here as well

[@ellenfisher6341]

Just found your channel & was blessed by this video . Even though I am 74 & hubby is 81 , we are both very active & avid gardeners . We have a huge vegetable garden , many fruit trees , about 100 chickens , etc . I have surrounded our 3 acre property with flower & herb gardens on 3 sides that I hand dug & planted . I also have lots of big planters full of flowers & herbs . But this year , I decided it was time to simplify things a little . I just unboxed 3 GreenStalk systems yesterday ! I still need to order the bases for them & some plant supports . I am in central Virginia Zone 7 b . My main concern is them drying out . THANK YOU for showing us all your beautiful vertical gardens ! I love your energy & beautiful personality !

[@murphyrn2msn842]

This is amazing

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Thank you, Murphy! Greenstalk makes it so easy for anyone to grow food! Happy gardening!!

[@letamzrennab2024]

Congrats Cassandra on the feature in the magazine! I have 10-12 GS’s and wish I had room for more. Love the convenience & quality. I I’ve been watching all of your preservation videos, excited to see the inclusion of the GS’s in a true small space like mine. Lots of vids talk about it but it just hits diff when you see it in action.

[@vickiu2923]

Wow 10-12 what all do you grow? I have 5 + smaller one in the shade to try to extend lettuce season. I usually do 1 with strawberries, 2 with peppers and cherry tomatoes, and the rest is primarily bush beans.

[@letamzrennab2024]

@@vickiu2923 I’ve tried lots of things: brassicas, cucumbers, lots of diff peppers-hot & sweet, all kinds of greens, all kinds of herbs, potatoes-regular & sweet, dwarf okra, onions, dwarf & determinant tomatoes. tried dwarf watermelon but that didn’t work for me. Tried bush squash last year & grew a few til the bugs came. Radishes, beets, carrots & of course strawberries & flowers.

[@followthefreemans]

Wow I’m so glad I found your channel. I’m definitely going to use this! I’m trying to expand my patio garden and was trying to figure out what to do for containers and this is perfect!!

[@lesliejanezic4569]

I bought 2 green stalk systems this year! I'm pumped. I love your videos they are so great thank you!

[@SheisB515]

I'm less than 5 minutes in and I'm sold!

[@newyorknewart]

WOW - WOW - WOW!!! 🙂🤩😀 YOU ARE ONE EXCELLENT ON-CAMERA NARRATOR / HOST!

[@TRTGCbyjroed]

Good Thursday Morning CassandraFirst let me say my daughter's name is Cassandra also and today is her 53rd Birthday! Big Congrats on the Green Stalk Magazine Article. After watching this video I must say you have inspired me to get off the fence and purchase a GreenStalk Vertical Planter TODAY. I love and truly enjoy your channel. I also love the uplifting way you inspire others. I'm Ms J and I am so very pleased to meet you Cassandra Be Blessed and Have an Amazing Day.

[@abigailhamilton4925]

Congrats on being in the magazine!

[@sarabennett3732]

Omgoodness I'm so happy for you being featured in their publication!!! That's so cool!!! ❤❤❤

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

It was crazy, Sara! Thank you! And yes, it was too cool for sure! In addition to me there were TONS of other excellent backyard gardeners featured. The magazine is great for recipes and provides a glimpse of gardening with a GreenStalk in all growing zones!

[@christinevallieres4398]

How do you keep the squirrels far from your vegetables?

[@stephaniedillard9706]

That story about the grill...too funny!

[@reedblessed]

So inspiring! ~a grandma watching from Norfolk, Virginia~

[@DjChelan]

Love you but so fast I am having a hard time keeping up at 64! Need to go back rewatch but puss and take notes! You are so appreciated!

[@Kellycreator]

Cass, I’ve noticed we share an addiction. Gorgeous handmade mugs. ❤ love all your videos too.

[@debiegordon3787]

Binging since I FOUND u this AM! You've a beautiful deck & cute little FRENCHIE dog🐾🐾

[@brooklynhomesteader3721]

This video is definitely a "save" as a greenstalk gardener myself🙌🏾💚 Congratulations to you Cassandra🎉🎉

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

BK! Always good to see you! You've been around here so long you were with me even when I I DIDN'T have a GreenStalk! Your encouragement over the years has meant so much!

[@brooklynhomesteader3721]

Btw...I ordered the magazine🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@kayreneesgarden]

I love my Greenstalk’s also. Thank you for sharing this great video. ❤❤❤

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Woot! Woot! It's always so nice to hear from a fellow GS grower. What do you have growing in your planters? I always love to "see" how others are using their vertical planters!

[@StudioVegan]

Girl!!!!!!! Yes, I am so excited just moved into a smaller space after growing my 200 plants in the container I love this so much and can't wait to get mines thank you for the list and also the visuals and goodies you made in your last videos. Love your energy.

[@RubeeRoja]

This sounds amazing and I'm so impressed with what you did with this but I'm wondering what special about the greenstalk vertical garden. I've seen these planters at all kinds of stores for only about $30 a stack versus the $150 plus I see this advertised for. Will keep watching though to learn more.

[@yvetteorna4617]

You just popped into my feed. So so happy for your video I am watching back to back. You are amazing. I plant in my backyard and Ina community garden. Thanks for the tips on making natural fertilizer. Go farmgirl will be watching.

[@itshollyw959]

This is so awesome!! Thank you for sharing your incredible work!

[@andreadavison6560]

So glad I found your channel!! I am a greenstalk gardener myself (I have 5). I have not found any gardeners on KZbin that grow in green stalks only! I love seeing all the crops you grow that I would not have thought of trying myself.

[@karlahavlina5469]

I LOVE Karl! He packaged my last three orders!

[@TrulyBlessed_1111]

Thank you beautiful Queen for this amazing video. Just subscribed:) I'm new to all of this and excited but didn't know where to start. I will binge-watch your videos to catch up and learn all I can. Congrats on your feature in the magazine. I was able to take advantage of the Mother's Day sale on the original greenstalk:). I will start with my small 5-tier stackables from Lowe's, planting herbs indoors. Gain experience and comfort. Then start migrating to my greenstalk planters. Thank you again. Continue to stay safe, healthy, and blessed!

[@hscamzhscam177]

Your enthusiam is contagious! Im now avidly pursuing more botanical intetests😂🎉

[@RocknRollDina]

do you use fertilizer and what potting mix you use?

[@pembertonbray4603]

This was overwhelming but super helpful. I ave been wanting to start a small space garden for year. I will be doing some research in to the companies and products you mentioned. Thank you

[@AYWalton]

Ok wait! I am also in Maryland Zone 7 (a or b I never know which) LOL! I have my 2nd greenstalk that I plan to fill this week and I just stumbled upon your video! How have I missed your channel!! Anyway---new subscriber here!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello, Angela! It's so great to meet you, thank you for saying hello! Yes, MD zones are kinda crazy. The B zone is more around central MD (technically, but our weather patterns are crazy as you know). I told myself I'd never have more than 3 GreenStalks but the production and ease of growing in them keeps me expanding my garden each year. Keep me posted on your progress!

[@AYWalton]

@@BecomingaFarmGirl I shall. I need to watch more videos to really fill them like you have done. I am in Baltimore Country--which I guess is more Central Maryland, and the weather is cool right now---but you know how it is. One day chilly--and then summer hits like crazy! As a retired person gardening is one of my passions among other things. Anyway, I am truly enjoying your channel.

[@kathrynmauro8673]

I found you by accident. I just loved your vlog. My youngest daughter and her fiancé are living in an apartment while she is in graduate school. She always had access to fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs growing up. Now, she can have access to them again on her balcony and not lose a lot of space. Thank you again!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

A GreenStalk is totally the way to go! She'll love being able to have access to fresh fruits and veggies again.

[@ShaesKitchen]

Thanks for the information. I’m planning on restarting my KZbin channel and my heart is leading me to showcase slow living, even as a busy working mom, and a garden is one of the things I’m interested in starting. I didn’t have much knowledge about greenstalk so I’m happy too look into this more. Lord knows my back needs saving. Lol!

[@alonsojohnson1565]

Great Job! And as a member of IGC, there’s nothing worst than someone coming into the nursery touting “I’m a master gardener!” They know it all, while asking all the questions and murmuring “yes, that’s right, I know.” Gardening is low cost, healthy and requires little knowledge and lots of patience and forgiveness. Try try again & “grow crazy!”

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Alonso, you said it! You don't have to know everything aside from a few basics like 1. is this crop in season 2. it is shade or sun loving and 3. do the finger test to keep the soil moist. Armed with that you can do quite a bit!

[@MsMiaAlexis]

I'm a new subscriber, and here for all this urban/suburban homesteading knowledge!

[@jam1369]

This was so helpful! Thank you!

[@beckyw2903]

That’s a brilliant idea to use the children’s garden collection for your Greenstalk! I attempted to grow a different variety of popcorn in one of our raised beds last year (The one veggie I thought my kids might eat, haha) but we only got a handful of kernels. So this might be a good variety if we want to try again. Also, we did go popcorn picking at an event farm we went to last year, and you do need to let the kernels cure for several weeks. So you could absolutely use them as decor, and then eat them when it’s time to switch to Christmas decorations!

[@GadielVaStar]

Thank you for this video!

[@chiro98]

Very informative! Thank you!

[@JanineMJoi]

girl, I grew rainbow swiss chard in Phoenix, in the summer. but in shade. still in shade was 107F. that stuff is excellent for health and awesome to grow

[@BABYGIRL4U1]

❤❤❤ very glad I came across your video. Xx