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Lots of natural brown cardboard (shipping cartons were perfect) with their labels and tape removed, then flattened.

scallion plants; they are fast growing and simple.

Pear tomato plants or other tiny tomatoes; they’re available in a range of colors.

Basil Plants

Oregano Plants

mini bell pepper plants; these snack-sized jewels might even charm those who think they don’t like bell peppers.

Eggplant & zucchini, if requested

marigold plants; farmers’ markets may sell them by the flat; they look sprightly and colorful outlining our pizza.

Compost: We recommend “Annapolis Green’s Secret Sauce Compost” from Veterans Compost (veterancompost. com) or their original compost since they have expanded to a few varieties. Their website has a list of retailers who carry it. You may need to call around for it, but it’s well worth the effort. Compost should never contain trash, such as bits of plastic. It should look like dark, rich fluffy soil. There are many raised-bed garden soils to choose from; or it is recommended to use 50 percent Maryland Leafgro mixed with 50 percent garden soil.

Biotone starter fertilizer. Round steppingstones.

Tomato cages or stakes to support tomatoes.

Water, of course!

Materials for a pizza garden sign.

Drill with an auger attachment, if the garden is large and the cardboard (plus under-grass) becomes difficult to dig through by hand.