A gardening guide for small-space dwellers

Fill up the corner container of this mini planter box and let the planter do the rest of the work. With a self-watering design and low water indicator, this planter works for indoor or outdoor use.

This handy weather resistant flower pot fits on rails and comes in a ton of different colors. The UV treated plastic resists sun fading, too.

Just because you have a small space or balcony, that doesn’t mean you can’t add one or two larger plants. Unfortunately, many pots are prohibitively expensive, which is why we like these simple polyethylene pots from Ikea.

We can’t all have Martha Stewart’s plant budget, so opt for sleek flower pots that are compact enough they can be used indoors or out. An optional drainage system and removable rubber plug makes the transition simple.

With 36 pockets, this outdoor wall features breathable material that retains moisture and protects the roots of plants. Use it to grow succulents, flowers, or herbs.

When space is cramped, go up. We love this reasonably priced and stylish utility cart from Ikea, available in black, white, or a dark blue.

Add a bit of color and maximize space with this hanging planter set. Four cauldron-shaped planters in mixed colors can work indoors or out.

Available in four different colors, this boho-chic plant hanger should make any small plant pop, particularly if it is hung by a sunny windowsill. (Plant and pot not included).

These adjustable stands fit any round-sized pot between 8 to 12 inches wide, and the stands are available in bamboo, dark bamboo, dark walnut, and walnut. Pots sold separately, available here.

This kit is easy to assemble and can be moved around on your patio if the sun gets too strong. An automatic watering system keeps things growing, and it works well for tomatoes and herbs.

This flat, biodegradable sheet is shippable through the mail, includes fertilizer, seeds, and a fabric container, and aims to make gardening simple and straightforward.

Want to turn that black thumb into a green thumb? Try out this wheeled garden box growing kit. Great for vegetables or flowers, the kit comes with foolproof instructions, the container, and fertilizer; just add planting mix, seedlings, and water.

This pack of 15 spikes lets you adjust the rate of flow so that each irrigation device distributes just the right amount of water to keep your plants alive.

You can water your plants with a flimsy plastic can from the dollar store, or you can upgrade to this (still affordable) white and bamboo version from Ikea. Inspired by a birch tree, it’s a more stylish alternative.

This Japanese water-measurement tool offers instant feedback on the health of your plants. Designed to measure water and pH levels, the thermometer-shaped device turns blue when your plant is healthy, and news editor Megan Barber uses it to keep her plants in good shape.