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Shallow containers don't have to mean a sparse harvest. Radishes, lettuce, herbs, and these four surprises grow beautifully in compact pots.
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Tall, mid, and trailing — the three-tier planting method makes even the smallest raised bed look like an abundant kitchen garden.
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