author of Vegetable Gardening Made Easy. Soil is the secret to a thriving garden. When growing in baskets, opt for potting ...

Other options include hanging baskets or a self-watering ... plants to minimize the risk of tipping. Vegetables in containers need a potting mix that will allow water to drain well.

Dense vegetables should be cut into small pieces to cook more quickly. 3. Prepare vegetables in the normal way and spread them in a single layer in the steamer basket, so they cook evenly. 4. Put the ...