Everything You Need to Make Your Own Urban Garden

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By Andrea Romano2014-04-12 15:30:18 UTC

You might have thought having a green thumb in your apartment was impossible. Close quarters and limited sunlight doesn't just put a damper on your closet space, it can also be hazardous for plant life.

But city dwellers everywhere are finding new and innovative ways to bring the outside in by urban gardening. Apartments can be homes to much more than the common houseplant — try fresh flowers, herbs and even fruits and vegetables instead.

It turns out, you can transform your balcony, window sill or just about any space into your very own miniature homestead. With the right supplies, you'll be coming home to the perfect oasis.

Before you can think about planting, you have to consider how much room and light you have. This will determine what kind of container can house your garden, and help you decide what kind of plants you can grow.

Some are lucky enough to have a little outdoor space, but the rest of us will have to make do. Here are a few creative suggestions for saving space - and your wallet.

Now that you have everything you need to create a nice home for your new plants - what are you going to grow? There are quite a few options for renters who want to dig in to urban gardening.

It's important to mark your plants to keep everything neat and organized, especially since they'll be indoors. There are lots of inventive and adorable ways to keep your garden coordinated.

While most of these options are certainly suited for outdoor gardens too, we picked a couple options that can mesh with your home decor vibe.