Think of them like miniature raised beds. You can fold up Shift_Design's new lightweight aluminum tiles as if they were cardboard boxes to create a portable garden on a balcony, deck, or rooftop. Instant gratification.
Above: Each foldup aluminum tile measures 14 inches square and 4 inches high; choose plants with shallow root systems. For planting ideas, see 10 Secrets for Growing an Urban Balcony Garden.
For another shiny garden accessory from Shift_Design, see A Glamorous Trellis to Reflect Sunlight.