We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There's a simple gardening practice that makes growing vegetables a breeze on a balcony, paved patio, or small backyard: container gardening.

Okra grown by local farmer, J.T. Lemley, on his property near Canton, Texas at the Dallas Farmers Market on Saturday, May 5, 2012 in Dallas, Texas. Pick the pods when they are still young and tender.