Since summer is just around the corner, we're looking at patio and deck options for apartment dwellers. Food Map Containers are big enough for an edible garden, and their caster stands make them easy to wheel around a patio or deck. We like the simple design and the size, which accommodates more than an average garden container...

Designed for home herb and food gardens, the container has a built-in drainage system, and the rubber casters allow plants to be easily moved to a sunny spot. The container is made from 100 percent recycled high-density plastic, the frame is made from 40-100 percent recycled steel, and the system itself is recyclable. The Food Map comes in two heights: low ($205) and high ($215) - both are currently on sale for $40 off.
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Shaw's Original Fir...
i'm smitten.
i assume these can't be used indoors? the drainage holes just seem to drip down and out.
I was all excited about these until I saw the price. Great idea, just can't fit it into our budget.
A delicious DIY prospect!
I have a barren (paved) back garden I would love to stock up with these, but I'm mystified about why plastic tubs with wheels should cost $200 . I intend to hack the hell out of this idea, though - anyone know a source for reasonably priced garden planters?
Cool looking planters. The top right photo though... ~6 tomato plants in a container that small and shallow? Seems like they're marketing to urbanites with no idea of how to grow food but maybe want to give the appearance that they do because 'organic' and 'local' are all the rage currently. Or, maybe I'm just cynical. I agree though that this would be a great DIY project.
I saw these a while ago and then thought I might be able to use these standing coolers http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1790282&cp=2568445.2598558.2614192&parentPage=family to accomplish the same elevated garden goal. The price point is much better, but still not ideal.
Coincidentally, I just spent the day planting my potted vegetable garden. I'm a pretty avid gardener, so I had alot of big pots around, but what works the best is half whiskey barrels. You could even put them on wheels yourself! Granted they are big and round, so you do need some space. you can get whiskey barrels at Loews or Home Depot. Loews is where I would start.
The tubs above are totally impractical because they are too small. AND those pictures are crazy! Is that like three tomato plants I see planted in there. you'd be lucky to be able to grow one. Tomatoes have enormous root systems. The only thing that might work is an herb garden, but they do you really need that dumb thing for $200?
Anyways, whiskey barrels! They cost between $20 and $35. But if you're doing tomatoes, one per pot.
This looks pretty similar. For about half the price.
Earthboxes, while not raised up, have casters for moving them about. About $50 a kit.
I like Earthboxes too, and the price is much better. Plus, they are self watering, so you don't have to worry about them as often.
These remind me of an old bathtub on wheels... which is both cool and a little bit ugly at the same time.
Although I can't find one at a great price yet...sand and water tables for children might be a good option here. They have drain plus and are often on wheels.
A cheap medical walker with wheel casters put on it and a light cheap plastic rectangular container with permilite put in it should be just as good...drilled holes in the bottom..you can buy a walker for $20 and up or at a yard sale...containers can cost anywhere to $2 at a yard sale to whatever at your local Walmart or Home Depot...
An old baby buggy would work. But I haven't seen a baby buggy in 30 years, lol
I really wanted to love this. I saw it on Apartment Therapy this winter and was hoping to buy one in the spring. I placed an order with FoodMap on 4/3/12. I never received it and after many unanswered emails and calls I got my money back through paypal on 5/30. I was excited to find the same product on Clean Air Gardening and placed an order on 5/31. The email confirmation I received said, “Your order should take five to eight business days (which doesn't include weekends and holidays!) to arrive via ground shipping.” Several days later after emailing to make sure it was actually in stock, I got an email saying that it usually ships in 2 weeks. There was no information when I ordered that indicated there would be a 2 week processing time. On 6/15 I received an email saying it should have shipped on 6/12. I had to request the tracking number (my order information page was never updated during the whole process) and although a label may have been printed earlier, it didn’t actually ship until 6/22. I received it today (6/28). In general, I do like it. However there were no instructions included. I would have expected at least a bit of information on suggestions for planting, etc. It also seems like the sides of the tub are warped in. I hope that will be fixed when it’s filled. The name on the side of the tub is also crooked. On the positive side, the wheels seem very large and sturdy and I think it will do fine rolling from grass to cement which is why I chose this model. It’s also a great height for my kids to be able to help. In summary, the product is ok, probably not worth the money if you can find something else that will work for you (I couldn’t) and make sure to order WAY in advance. Even though I started really early, it’s now really too late to plant anything for this summer. :(