Try one of the many methods of small-space gardening—from planting raised beds to growing dwarf vegetable plants in containers—for a healthy, edible harvest.

Room to grow: With a little planning, even the smallest of spaces can hold a veggie or herb garden.

RODALE NEWS, EMMAUS, PA—City living has its ecobenefits: easy travel by foot and public transit, smaller homes that use less energy, and less living space in which to accumulate needless junk. But growing your own vegetables in an urban environment can be tricky when you don’t have a backyard. “Small-space gardening isn’t simple,” says Charlie Nardozzi, senior horticulturist for the National Gardening Association, “but it’s not as difficult as some people might think.” Nardozzi says that the introduction of miniature and dwarf vegetable varieties (you can find plants in most gardening-supply stores or order seeds from reputable companies) allows even the beginning gardener to grow tasty crops without the need for tons of space and soil.

Ready to start a plot of your own? Whether you’re an urban gardener with little or no outdoor space, or simply coping with limited lot size, read up on the following six small-space gardening methods to find the one that best suits you.