#11 Arugula
This popular green features flat and fuzzy leaves that are rich in vitamin K and vitamin B complex. They are ideal for people suffering from anemia and gastrointestinal problems. Growing arugula in pots is an easy task. You can grow it almost every climate. Make sure to use a quality potting soil and keep it moist but not wet. Also, space out the plants 4-6 inches apart, when they grow a bit tall.
#12 Collard Green
Collard greens perform well in containers in partial sunlight. If you are planting during summer, don’t forget to move it to a shaded spot during the hot afternoon.
#13 Nasturtium
It is easy to grow as long as you place it in full sun and supply enough water, it stays healthy and growing. Nasturtiums prefer poor soils, and detest fertilizers, so you can easily grow them in your kitchen garden and pluck a few leaves and flowers to decorate your salads.
#14 Dandelion Greens
A hardy and humble garden weed, dandelion is edible from root to flower. As a leafy green, it can be grown in containers throughout the year for a continuous harvest. This perennial plant survives in neglect and poor soil, although it needs a lot of sunlight to thrive. You can choose a small 8 inches deep pot to grow it.
#15 Broccoli Rabe
It shows vigorous growth in full sun, so it’s best you place it in the porch or deck. While it’s not a stickler for water, it does demand moist, nitrogen-rich soil to develop its full potential.
#16 Brussels Sprouts
With an appearance of miniature cabbage, Brussels Sprouts are flavor-packed and rich in vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, as well as antioxidants. This vegetable can be an interesting addition to your salad platter.
#17 Bok Choy
Growing bok choy is a cinch. It is one of the vegetables that can grow in the shade.
#18 Lettuce
This crispy salad green is packed with vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber that make it perfect for people who have kidney problems and nervous disorders. Growing lettuce in pots is the best way to harvest the freshest leaves in no time without a regular garden.
#19 Sorrel
Like other green leafy vegetables and herbs, sorrel is an easy choice for container gardeners. Grow it as an annual in a wide pot that is at least 8-10 inches deep. Keep the soil slightly moist, and maintain the sunlight by moving the container according to the temperature and intensity of sun–the main advantage of growing sorrel in a pot.
#20 Purslane
Purslane is actually an edible weed, which is often neglected and uprooted mercilessly by gardeners. It’s one of the healthiest green leafy vegetables. The richest source of Omega-3 fatty acids in all the leafy greens and has more Vitamin E and Vitamin C than Spinach. You can toss it in salads or prepare a sumptuous curry.
#21 Mache (Corn Salad)
Mache, also known as corn salad has a bit sweet and nutty taste, nice addition with other salad greens. The delicate flavor and texture of leaves make it perfect for eating raw. To grow, get a tray or window box that is wide enough, 12-18 inches across and 6-10 inches deep. Provide it full sun but avoid the afternoon sunlight, if the weather is warm.
#22 Cabbage
Fresh and crisp shredded cabbage can be the most delectable addition to your salad. You can grow cabbage in all the climates. Choose a standard 12 inches deep pot for planting. It’s fertilizer, and soil requirements are similar to cauliflower.
