Tag: #GardenUpdate

Fresh Spinach Harvest From My Container Garden

Lisa Kidd

One of the most exciting parts of container gardening is finally getting to harvest something you’ve grown yourself! In my latest Container Garden Update video on Bariatric Living with Lisa, I shared the progress of my patio garden and harvested some beautiful fresh spinach.

Watching these plants grow from tiny seedlings into healthy, thriving greens has been incredibly rewarding. Container gardening has become more than just a hobby for me — it’s also a relaxing and enjoyable way to support a healthier lifestyle.

The spinach looked vibrant, fresh, and ready to use in so many healthy meals. Homegrown spinach is perfect for salads, omelets, smoothies, soups, stir-fries, and my Tortellini Soup. There’s just something special about eating food you grew yourself!

If you’ve been thinking about starting a container garden, don’t be intimidated. Even a small patio or balcony can produce fresh herbs and vegetables with a little care and patience.

Thank you so much for following along on my gardening journey! Be sure to check out the latest video on Bariatric Living with Lisa to see the spinach harvest and all the garden updates. 🌱💚

My Beginner Container Garden Update: Days 4–21

Lisa Kidd

One of the most exciting parts of starting my very first budget-friendly container garden has been watching the progress every single day.

In this update, I’m sharing how my seedlings changed from day 4 through day 21, and the growth has honestly surprised me!

I started this project using 2-inch Jiffy pots inside a foil baking pan with a plastic lid, creating a simple greenhouse effect on a budget. I planted a mix of herbs and vegetables, and now several of them are thriving.

Some seeds sprouted quickly, while others took more patience, which has been a great lesson for a beginner gardener like me. Seeing the tiny sprouts turn into stronger seedlings has been incredibly rewarding.

This journey fits perfectly into my Bariatric Living with Lisa lifestyle because growing fresh herbs and vegetables at home supports healthy cooking and meal prep.

I’m excited for the next step—moving these seedlings into containers and continuing the journey toward harvest!