NASA 'Plant Pillows' Give Astronauts On The International Space Station A Chance To Grow Their Own Veggies

Astronauts, who rarely enjoy fresh food in space, will get the chance to put their green thumbs to the test 220 miles above the Earth's surface. NASA is experimenting with growing fresh vegetables aboard the International Space Station, or ISS, using what the space agency calls "plant pillows" -- NASA's version of an ordinary grow bag commonly preferred by tomato farmers. The goal is to establish a garden aboard the station that would give astronauts a chance to pick their own meals.