Top Food Ingredients You Can Grow at Home in Your Apartment

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Not all of us have the ability to plant a garden where we can grow our favorite fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other edibles. Even when space is at a premium, there are many food ingredients you can grow at home in your apartment.

Top Food Ingredients You Can Grow at Home in Your Apartment

Aloe vera	Green beans	Oranges
Avocados	Herbs	Potatoes
Bell peppers	Kale	Radishes
Carrots	Lemons	Scallions / Green onions
Eggplants	Microgreens	Strawberries
Garlic	Mushrooms	Tomatoes

Aloe Vera

This succulent is known for its skin-healing powers when its gel is applied topically, but aloe vera is also a delicious addition to smoothies, salsas, and salads. Just be sure you prepare it carefully. Learn how to grow aloe vera in an apartment here.

Avocados

All you need to grow an avocado tree is the fruit's pit. When it starts sprouting, move it to a pot on your patio or even a sunny corner of the room. Learn how to grow avocados in an apartment here.

Bell Peppers

This beloved veggie is easy to grow and is delicious as part of a main or side dish. As a bonus, they'll add a gorgeous pop of color to your interior or exterior decor. Learn how to grow bell peppers in an apartment here.

Carrots

All you need in order to harvest fresh carrots is a pot. If you're really tight on space, you can even grow them in an herb planter on a sunny windowsill. Learn how to grow carrots in an apartment here.

Eggplants

A favorite of vegetarians and vegans, eggplants should be part of every foodie's apartment garden. You can also fit multiple plants into one pot to save space (and reap more veggies). Learn how to grow eggplants in an apartment here.

Garlic

If you're a firm believer that there's no such thing as too much garlic, you'll love harvesting your own fresh cloves. Learn how to grow garlic in an apartment here.

Green Beans

There's something really beautiful about the look of green beans hanging from a plant when they're ripe for picking. Enjoy them fresh, or freeze them to eat later. Learn how to grow green beans in an apartment here.

Herbs

Just about every herb you use in your favorite recipes can be grown indoors or in a small outdoor space. Here are some of our favorites:

Basil	Lemongrass	Parsley
Bay laurel	Marjoram	Rosemary
Chervil	Mint	Sage
Cilantro	Oregano	Thyme

  Learn how to grow herbs in an apartment here.

Kale

Everyone's favorite superfood is easy to grow at home both indoors and out. Learn how to grow kale in an apartment here.

Lemons

Lemon trees do especially well in warm, humid climates, but they can thrive anywhere with the right care. Meyer lemons are a great choice for those without much room. Learn how to grow lemons in an apartment here.

Microgreens

Health-focused foodies will love the nutrient-packed health boost they get when adding homegrown microgreens to their dishes. Learn how to grow microgreens in an apartment here.

Mushrooms

Whether you enjoy them in stir fries, on top of burgers, or in garden salads, mushrooms are a delicious treat. Not a lot of sunlight to spare? No problem -- they thrive in cool, dark environments. Learn how to grow mushrooms in an apartment here.

Oranges

Like lemons, orange trees love tropical climates. If you live in an area with cooler temperatures, you can still enjoy fresh helpings of this citrus fruit if you're willing to put in a little more tilling time. Learn how to grow oranges in an apartment here.

Potatoes

If you have a deep container, you can unearth your own spuds. Even an empty barrel makes a great container for growing potatoes. Learn how to grow potatoes in an apartment here.

Radishes

Radishes are the unsung hero of root vegetables, making a great addition to all kinds of dishes. Plus, they don't require a lot of room to grow. Learn how to grow radishes in an apartment here.

Scallions (Green Onions)

Reconsider tossing out scallion bulbs. You can use them to regrow your own so you always have fresh chives. Learn how to grow scallions (green onions) in an apartment here.

Strawberries

Strawberries have a tendency to be a bit finicky for growers, but the effort is more than worth it. Learn how to grow strawberries in an apartment here.

Tomatoes

Even if you don't have a lot of indoor or outdoor floor space, you can still grow your own tomatoes -- just put them in a hanging planter. Learn how to grow tomatoes in an apartment here. No matter how small your abode or how brown your should-be-green thumb is, there are a lot of food ingredients you can grow at home in your apartment. With the right tools and space-saving strategies, you can harvest a bounty of your favorite farm-fresh treats even if you're in the middle of a bustling city.