Raised Bed Alternative | Preparing Totes for Growing Food | Storage Container Gardening

[@christinej2358]

Make sure your totes have a 2 or 5 on the bottom which means they are safe to grow or store foods in. Any other numbers mean the totes are made from chemical recycles that can be absorbed into the soil which will transfer into your food plants and in your produce that you eat. By the way, Your little one is absolutely adorable!

[@maydaygarden]

1, 2, 4, and 5 are considered food grade. You want to avoid 3 or any other container without any number at all i.e., Dollar Store buckets and plant pots. My 18-gal Sterilite totes are a 5.

[@CaribSunsations]

These have a "5"

[@janemack8852]

I still think I'd wash it first. Thanks for the plastic numbers to use.

[@joystubbs3542]

thanks for the tip!

[@quintinfranklin9168]

Yes thank you for that important suggestion!

[@starletta8293]

Love seeing father teaching his babies the importance of self sufficiency! ❤

[@lynettetrese-williams365]

Love the little baby gardener that you are growing. She will be a great gardener when she gets a little older.

[@Cec9e13]

I knooow, what a doll! And so sweet and trying to help!

[@missarcene4345]

I sm 70 year old womsn who will be trying this for my late start up veggie 10:34 garden. Wish me well. I liked and subscribed

[@420kerbster]

How refreshing to see my people super self sufficient and cost effective is always appreciated 😊 I am starting a balcony grow. Good luck everyone HAPPY HARVEST

[@purpledancerbmw5279]

Amen

[@Liu-Kang-Xi]

Your people meaning "humans"?

[@nannykat1057]

@@Liu-Kang-Xi I pray that's what they mean. We're all in this struggle together. Amen!

[@godsamazing2090]

Amen, Sis ❤ I've started mine from store bought bell pepper and mini sweet pepper (seeds). I'm definitely trying the bin raised bed method he's using in this video. Congrats on your balcony vegetable garden! Happy Harvesting, Sis ❤🖤💚💛

[@kd-yd5pk]

That was so precious when the baby said, "ok Daddy." ❣️❣️ Thanks for your great tip!

[@schmittyconstanz]

You are instilling respect for nature in your adorable little girl.She is a little doll!

[@louisejohnson6625]

😅your baby is beautiful and so precious.

[@clemarr]

A child and dirt and something to dig with. It doesn't get any better than that. 😊 Great video thanks.

[@hdalzrpls8677]

The minute the baby came in I had to subscribe!

[@TheSimeltonExperience]

Out of all my researching for new beginners in raised flower beds, this was by far the most informative and adorable. I found myself watching the baby enjoying nature and not electronics. No editing needed. Love this!! Peace and love to you and your family. Thanks for sharing as this will help my journey as I begin this week.

[@angelicamateo2027]

When you said “Here in Florida” I had such a relief 😅

[@sandramoore8903]

That was a beautiful moment with your daughter. If you teach her while she is young, you will have a love of gardening together and fresh food all your life.

[@dianeschroeder5882]

I've gardened for many years. With the world in such a crazy state, I'm going to try 4-6 totes of veggies and share with my elderly neighbors next door. I had a dying tree taken down in the front yard before the snows came this past winter. I'm going to use some of those fresh wood chips to partially fill the totes. Last year my dogs ate tomatoes, peppers and strawberries I grew in the yard ! Now the totes can go in the sunny front yard so the harvest will be people food. 😊 Thank .you for your inexpensive ideas. Your little one is adorbs!! Peace to all from Buffalo, NY.

[@NormieNeko]

Community gardens would be even more useful than the grassy parks covering sections of a town or city. Maybe those with a lower income can pay less or nothing to rent a square of the community garden. I'm not sure how it works because my own small town lacks one, but I know they exist elsewhere.

[@Postnghost86]

@@NormieNeko one of the best ideas I’ve ever come across. Not only low cost, but teach people self sufficiency. Government would not like that though.

[@sircasm6578]

This post made me laugh because our Rottweiler feasted on our garden as well 😂

[@Liu-Kang-Xi]

Please be kind and feed your dogs proper dog food and stop being so darn cheap! They shouldn't have to live like savages. 😢

[@dianamayfield5615]

Love your helper. What a cutie! Thanks for the tips.

[@GuyBelievesInWorldPeace]

I love how your lil baby is involved, this is super meaningful activity for little ones to observe and participate in. 💕

[@Indieroxiegoingunderground7777]

I'm a tote grower and this is AWESOME! Never thought to use the refuse to reduce soil cost. I have native soil as well but I still buy container soil and it is costly. You just saved me a bundle! Brilliant.

[@keywannawilson4194]

You can make your own also and save

[@livinglifeleona]

I like this because I want my garden to save me money not make me broke. ✌️ Will have to try this.

[@MeTreesndirt]

Use old totes

[@kathyschatz1345]

Im really glad to see you are involving your children.

[@jeanbean1390]

Your child is such a good helper - you must be so proud! 😊

[@tennesseenana4838]

Yes - I'm using those this year. I've also added kitchen scraps to the mix before adding the potting soil. I have mine on blocks and/or bricks to help raise them up some. It's easier on my back. There are also lots of things that can be done with the lids. Your 'helper' is a real cutie!

[@MaLiArtworks186]

I put my buckets abd totes on cinder blocks.

[@fallmax]

Hello I don’t know what to do with my lids I am all knew to gardening I would love any other help thank you I didn’t know you could even use totes to grow vegetables in

[@shallowphatgal]

@@fallmax Put them on craigslist or local FB page. Somehow, even as large as they are. tubs are just like Tupperware and lids go missing.

[@NormieNeko]

@@shallowphatgal Great idea. I need lids for several containers I actually use for storage. Some people throw away containers that lack a lid, so that's another idea--asking around or actually "dumpster diving."

[@alexandriahatten2167]

She's adorable. Helping her daddy. The totes are an awesome idea!!!

[@MeTreesndirt]

Yes but look for beat up ones at thrift stores . Use your old ugly ones n put that new one inside .😅

[@prettybrwneyez7757]

The babies are cute ❤❤❤came for the knowledge and stayed for them!

[@cher-amirose7109]

Thank you for the suggestions. And involving the baby...SO adorable!

[@jecoliasjems2529]

The reduction in soil is a game changer. Starting on my balcony and indoors!

[@cheesypoofpoofs7700]

The BABY!!! SO ADORABLE!! 😍😍😩😩

[@julibeswick-valentine3690]

I do use totes but had never thought to reduce the amount of soil. Your method is a big game changer. I make a lot of my own compost and then have to buy some in. This year for whatever reason bags of compost have doubled in price in Ireland and reckoned I would have to reduce the crops I was going to grow. Now I won't have to, many thanks for the tip.

[@annogbeni4506]

The little Gardner was adorable

[@ltvanburen8555]

I learned a lot from this (fill 3/4 full with clean debris! Mix native with purchased soil!) and love the way you and your child(ren) interact: Subscribed! Beets and ginger are two of my favorites so I will see if they are companion plants. Condo dweller, so very interested in the tower video. Thank you!

[@MonaDidWhat]

I like the idea of the drain holes on the side

[@christineking6687]

My husband says he wants to do this. Thanks for this video. Your baby is so cute and sweet

[@JustOchi]

Your daughter made my day. Family is a beautiful thing. You definitely made this look easy. You answered my question, holes on the side. I never thought of mulch in the bottom. Thank you

[@rosewood9839]

Your daughter is precious! You have such a good helper 🥰

[@michellestratford9753]

I'm thinking your veggies do well because you have the cutest helper ever! 🥰. Thank you for the great tips too!

[@belsy0070]

She’s the cutest

[@stephanie_beth]

💖💖💖 Oh my goodness, your baby is absolutely adorable! So happy I found your channel, what a great idea! Can't wait make a few 🙏👍

[@ridingwilding760]

With the composting material, something I learned doing the very same thing, is that some plants do like a deeper depth of soil for their roots. I learned the hard way that plants like pumpkins, watermelon, tomatoes, winter squash and sweet potatoes all like 24+ inches of soil to grow in. I’m in New Mexico and have found tubs a great addition to my garden.

[@KindalFerson]

Love your child’s name. Beautiful little soul.

[@dbowles09]

New Subscriber, I have about 16 of those totes from my move & would’ve never thought to use them like this. Thanks for the tips & we will be doing us some raised gardens as I just got my seeds. Much success to your channel & look forward to more awesome content.

[@ITSMSTL4U]

this is exactly what im doing now lol

[@user-zd7wk5wi2n]

Watched it because Baby Kendall is too cute to miss. 🍎🍅🍓

[@cynkhair]

I’m glad your video popped up. I love this idea. Now I’m not so intimidated of “gardening” because you shown me how to start small. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to more videos.

[@657449]

As of April 2024 Walmart had the totes for $8.50. This is my plan this year for my squash and cucumbers. You have to water and fertilize more often. That was my lesson last year with the 5 gal pails. Children are apprentice adults. Teach them well.

[@Learningthetruth7]

That child is adorable.

[@artthompson612]

You are fortunate to enjoy such a lovely child. My the Lord watch over your efforts. .

[@janetsandham7058]

Brilliant , Were in the UK, not much garden ,and my husband suggested these boxes ect for me ,as I carnt do a lot ,through illnesses , These are just enough for us ,so glad I came across u , I love any thing garden , And seeing ur beautiful little one made me smile , So so adorable

[@lindafurr2404]

Good idea with the tote filler. I’m growing veggies in kiddie swimming pools and big flower pots. I have a lot of totes already so I will be using them also. Your baby is precious. She got me when she said “Ok daddy.”

[@LateBloomingND]

Great video brother keep up the back to natural/farming black representation ❤️✊🏾 I’ve subscribed 🌿🌿🌿🌿 blessings to you and your family 🌿💐🌿💐🌿💐🌿💐

[@sonnestt]

Just have to comment on your absolutely adorable little helper..... treasure each moment, they pass quickly.... Godspeed 💕✝️🕊️

[@kimskluckers5665]

Such a precious little helper! 🥰

[@TheeGoldenGoddess1]

Kendall is absolutely adorable & very observant! 😁💜 Great video, tfs family. Be well.✨

[@avelsgard78]

Super idea! Thank you for this! Your little helper is so dang cute!!!! I'm a grandma, so I know cute when I see it! So glad I found your channel and look forward to more great videos from you!

[@bjbrownbob]

I love your baby girl participation and your bloopers crack me up!!! New subbie.

[@blaqfish]

Thank you Sir for a instructional video to speak to those of us that are apartment dwelling and these containers are a perfect solution. Your interaction with the baby is precious...it's a good way to get children involved so when the harvest comes...watch out 😊

[@earthsgardenapothecary7185]

Yes!!! I found quite a few thrift stores and grew beans, asparagus, melons, etc in totes, they work. Only issue I encountered is after sitting for a winter or so they start to become brittle, then will crack easy if moved.

[@mattiecopeland8741]

Thank you for demonstrating how to make a raised garden. I will do the same with my two grandchildren. Blessings to you and your family.

[@donnalawrence8593]

I just found this guy. I would thank him. His little handsome man should have had just a little box beside him to help mix. Daddy took the fun out. Lol. Love, peace to all.

[@abbibrannan333]

Thank you so much. I saw some totes yesterday at the store, On Sale. So I looked for your video, and learned how easy it can be. Today I will go back and get a few. Your toddler, so cute!

[@H2Ocritter]

I have been clearing my storage unit and plan to use those totes up on old patio chairs for a raised bed garden. Just researching what layers go into it. Starting small (2 totes).

[@gwenmangelson]

I have used black livestock feed tubs- they work great and so does your idea! good job! (42+years a gardener here)

[@sophiadallas2702]

Can I use mulch since I have no debris for bottom?

[@cindysmith3720]

What a precious little helper you have!! I live in POLK County Florida and wanted to remind you that mid summer till Fall, it is difficult to find Totes in any stores cause kids are packing up for college, schools and universities. When my daughter was headed to FSU, Tallahassee 3 years ago, we couldn't find a tote in any Walmart...so shop early!! Good luck with your beautiful garden..

[@paulawinstead5660]

I didn't know nor realize that Walmart was the only store in Florida that sold totes???

[@ladbol521]

I like your side kick, the cute little gardner

[@robinthomas4416]

This was my first time watching. I love your video. I love how you do these things! but, I love the baby. He steals the show. almost. Peace be with you.

[@asahglobalspheresapostolic6044]

Great information 👍 but remember to put holes 🕳 at the bottom also for optimum drainage as well and good air ration, great helper too 😊

[@kluv7139]

ahhhhhhhhhhhh tooooooooo precious...Great dad and thanks for helpin me get started

[@lolap3667]

Thanks! Btw....you seem like a great Daddy🙏🏽💜👍🏽

[@sylviazuniga909]

hello i just found your channel but i wanted to tell you one thing. thank you i work with children and i see so often fathers absent frim a child's life. it us encouraging to see a daughter that loves her dad and the father includes his daughter in his life.

[@yolandacarter5663]

I'm a new Gardner, love it

[@MeTreesndirt]

Good Yo. It is a hek ova hobby 🎉

[@Homeinprogress]

I see someone do something similar with those plastic pools baby’s play in. I like this idea better. You get more for roots. Gotta try 🙌🏻

[@saintamerican6105]

Thank you! Im going to start collecting sticks tomorrow yay

[@raksha1940]

Hi today is the first time seeing your beautiful video. So far I love the idea..using the totes.. I love the way your first layer consisted of twigs..ochre branches etc.. Thank you so much..This is my second year planting a garden.. I have learnt lot from other gardening shows..Thanks.. God Bless!🙏🥰🇨🇦

[@The3rdGunman]

Bless you for this video brother. Beautiful little queen working in the garden. The video was very helpful!

[@meenakshimuralidhar6498]

❤ Great idea Brother, thanks for sharing👏🏾👋 You got your Bonus involving your family, especially your baby👍

[@Shoo-now]

I have been container gardening for years. I also have in ground beds, and raised beds. Hands down, I prefer container gardening over all others, not even a close comparison.

[@MissTrinaTV]

Cardboard boxes would work too. Cheaper and more organic too. Wonderful video tho.

[@marjoriegarner5369]

Keep up the good work and educating people about growing food. I used to have a half acre truck garden in Missoula, Montana. Now I'm 80, on my own, and have a tiny space at my apartment complex. I live at over 6,000 ft. elevation, in a high mountain valley... where it gets routinely 40 below zero in eight months - long winters, where the ground is frozen solid until May.

[@shimerathomas2861]

You guys are Blessed to be able to grow in a warmer state ; I'm in Chicago I grow in my pots indoors mostly or in recycled cloth bins, too much lead here, and it's cold Thanks for sharing

[@LVT2314]

You’re son is adorable so nice to teach him

[@jennymontague851]

Good tip about knowing your area. I'm in AZ, so it's already too late to do some things, but maybe in containers so I can move them around, I can keep moving my plants to a cooler partially shady spot in the afternoon. That means getting up early which isn't my thing, but if I want a garden, this girl has to change her ways. Hey, like your video, especially the music. That is what kept me around. That music woke my me up. Thanks.

[@gowithhisflow5853]

Thank you for showing the ending lol we appreciate your hard efforts to help us ❤

[@tjmfoi]

I love tote gardening for several reasons. By the way, my name is Kendale too! 🤎🫡

[@CatherinesGardenHomeLWS]

I love this idea. I think that it would be good for starting seedlings in the spring in my zone 6 garden USA. Enjoy your baby playing in the dirt!

[@bobbiduval7961]

Great video but I have to say forget about gardening that baby girl is absolutely the most adorable child I have ever seen!!!!♥️

[@monarchnoire]

OMGOODNESS.....this saved me so much headache. I live in a townhouse with limited space and want to start a garden. I was looking into purchasing either a wooden or metal raised garden bed. This tote idea will be so much better for me. Especially for mobility purposes.

[@marjoriegarner5369]

thank you. very nice helpful information, and well done video. And sweet, beautiful daughter. Love, from an 80 year old great granny in snowy, cold Montana.

[@markishabunn4585]

I'm in Pa and my collards grow well in the summer. Peppers, cucumbers, and squash also.

[@anders179]

Thank you I've been so undecided on how to transplant some squash and okra seedlings that sprouted so quickly. Keep on posting great content I liked it!

[@ellenfisher6341]

New to your channel ~ greetings from central Virginia ! That sure is a precious little gardener you have !

[@charliewilliams8794]

You ever check out Robbie and Gary I think they garden like you where it's composting in place at the bottom of your tote she has so many great ideas that seem to match yours. Thanks for sharing your garden tips and you beautiful assistant ❤

[@theswissgardenvlog3189]

Great idea, I used these to grow my tomatoes last year and they did fantastic. And brilliant used of natural organic materials to fill up the container. Thanks for sharing👍🏾

[@concernedcitizen8464]

What a great idea!! And you are such a great father with your precious daughter

[@aishaexo-l611]

Your daughter is adorable, good bless you 😊❤

[@maryfelton1333]

I did Home Depot buckets a few years ago and after watching several videos using totes I am using them this year. We moved from Virginia to Central Fl into a senior citizen community and they have very very strick rules about gardening and every thing else. A bit of advice. Use a much larger drill bit for drainage.l placed about 8 totes on the cement patio and tomatoes,peas and sweet potatoes but the squash, zuchinni and cucumbers did'nt seem to like the poor drainage after several days of rain. I"m not sure but I think larger drainage holes would have helped

[@cher-amirose7109]

hahahahahahaha....the last part though! That was great! Thank you for NOT editing that out...was funny. Baby, then Mommy...then your reactions....hilarious and so sweet.

[@mannymakingmoves]

great video. The real star is Kendall. Sorry ... Teach them young..memories of a lifetime. I don't remember a lot of things but when it comes to gardening I remember those days with Grandma.

[@Chili1179]

Great video! Thank you for explaining layering the medium and mixing the different mediums together.

[@John-pk8lr]

Came for tote gardening. Stayed for the little one with bear ears. 👍

[@mcadoovicky6465]

The baby is precious

[@seame3795]

Getting back into gardening. This is so inspiring. Thank you! 🙏🏻💚

[@aquilaclark814]

Thanks for showing the preparation for totes are used totes quite a bit in my garden person. Your little helper is so cute. Just adorable.😂

[@julieharris8188]

I need a precious helper like yours!🥰

[@salsan2946]

When you talked about how useful this method is for letting you move your crop around to a shady place it hit me that it would also be good for dodging the spring storms and the hail that comes with them! I could just carry the tubs to the garage! Brilliant. I am using this idea. Thank you!