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What’s New in Container Gardening This Week
Explore my most recent posts tackling everyday plant problems — watering, soil, sunlight, and more — all tested in Indian balcony conditions for real, practical results 🌱
Why does space feel right but container plants still struggle?
Introduction “I Gave It Space… So Why Is My Plant...
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Fertilizers Explained for Container Gardening Beginners
What is fertilizer in potted plants? Whether it’s ground-bed garden...
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Why Do Potted Plants Get Pests Even With Regular Care?
Why Pests and Diseases Behave Differently in Container Gardening? When...
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Doing More Isn’t Better: The Hidden Power of Plant Routines
Introduction Why does consistency matter more than effort in container...
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My Favorite Plants
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Plant Care Cheatsheets
Digital plant care guide for Indian balcony gardeners, with easy routines and problem fixes
Monthly Gardening Planner
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About Me
Welcome to My Pots Garden — your cozy corner for everything about container gardening!
I’m Jayashantha, a self-taught gardener from Tamil Nadu, documenting my hands-on journey of growing over 100 plants in small containers since 2018. What started as a beginner’s trial with pothos and snake plants has grown into a thriving mini garden — and a lot of learning along the way 
Here, we don’t just grow plants — we grow confidence. Whether you’re new to container gardening in India or already nurturing your balcony, you’ll find practical tips, honest experiences, budget-friendly product recommendations, and easy-to-follow guides to help your green thumb thrive.
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