Hi Plant Doctor,

I live in Brooklyn and have no outdoor space at all (sob). Is there any
kind of food-bearing plant (tomatoes, basil, etc.) that I could grow
inside? I get lots of direct sunlight through big windows.

Thanks.

Posted by Katy | August 21, 2007 12:18 PM

Katy:

Thanks for your question. Many people have asked me a similar question
and I am glad you sent it in. Yes ! you can grow herbs such as basil or rosemary etc indoors if you have south or east facing windows.They may start looking a little poorly in the winter, but you can certainly get at least a season of fresh herbs indoors.

Vegetables such as tomatoes however are another matter. They require polination to set fruit....by bees that are probably not welcome in your apartment !

However, you could try lettuces or other greens.

Good luck.
The Plant Doctor