I am sick of always having to purchase bags of salad, which spoil after two days, hence I am thinking about starting a small balcony garden. I just know of so many varieties of lettuce types, but which are best suited to grow in containers by a beginner I do not know. I recently discovered some very durable planters and gardening tools on abodelook that look to be the ideal size. Have you used their equipment to a home veggie patch? I would like to ensure that I am properly set up before commencing planting.