R Madhavan’s Mumbai Balcony Garden Offers Organic Growing Lessons

R Madhavan grows vegetables in a garden at his Mumbai home.

He became interested in organic farming after worrying about the nutrition of modern produce.

He said his garden provided about 70 percent of his seasonal vegetables.

He grew foods such as tomatoes, cucumbers, okra and broccoli.

Gardening expert Shireesh Sharma says healthy soil is very important.

Plants also need the right amount of water and good drainage.

Gardeners should check plants often for pests and use organic treatments carefully.

Beginners should start with easy vegetables that grow well in their local weather.