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Ep 128. Things I Would Do Differently With a Rental House Garden

May 23, 2025 · 21 min · 30.7 MB
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Have you ever held off on starting a garden because you were in a rental or temporary living space? In this episode, I’m sharing all the things I wish I had known back when we were in military housing—before we settled into what we think is our forever home.

If you're renting or just feeling unsure about investing in a garden you might not have for long, this episode is for you. From containers that are worth the splurge to mistakes I wouldn’t make again, I’m walking you through how to garden smarter (not harder) when space and time are limited.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Why I regret building an in-ground raised bed at a rental house

  • What I’d use instead (hello, galvanized beds + elevated planters!)

  • My love for grow bags and how they make gardening so flexible

  • Thoughts on GreenStalks—are they worth it, and when?

  • What to grow when you can’t grow everything: my "feel rich" picks

  • Why learning in a rental garden actually helped me long term

  • How to support your food storage goals even if you can’t grow much

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Let’s Connect:
Tag me on Instagram @brittanylgibson if you’re gardening in a rental or small space—I’d love to cheer you on and see what you’re growing!

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