MNN - Mother Nature Network

Pick a bright, sunny spot for your hanging garden. If you don't have one with at least six hours of full sun, choose shade-loving plants (it will say on the seed packet/plant marker). Hook the organizer over a door, or install a sturdy pole to the wall to secure the organizer to. (Check with your landlord before drilling holes in the wall!)

After hanging the organizer, place the flower box underneath it to catch any excess water. Attach the paper towel roll across the bottom of the organizer (using hot glue or duct tape) so that it doesn't touch the wall at any point.

Check to see if your new garden drains well. Pour a little water in a pocket to see if it drips out; if not, add a few holes.

Fill each pocket you're using with soil. If you're planting seeds, leave one inch between the soil and the edge of the pocket and drop in two seeds. If you're using plants, make sure to take the entire root system out of the planter, place it in the pocket, and fill the rest of the space with dirt up to the one-inch mark.

Water your plants, just enough to keep the soil moist. Make sure excess water lands in the planter and doesn't run down your wall!

Label your plants and seeds. Keep them happily watered and sunny until you can use some of them in your cooking. Trim any leaves or plants that are deteriorating, and keep your eyes out for bugs, even indoors.