"If you're like me and have fancy tastes and a dollar store budget, you can transform plastic plant pots with a little bit of paint." Comment from Homesteading In Ohio
It is amazing what paint does for garden containers. I used to paint tin cans to use for garden containers.
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"The easiest way to grow basil is with hydroponics, a plant growth method using water rather than soil. With this technique, you won't have to worry about choosing the right soil or maintaining a watering schedule." Comment from Hunker.com
Great idea that I have to try!
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"This DIY seed starter is an inexpensive way to start your seeds to save a lot of money during planting season. Depending on your area and zone, you'll need to start seeds early, so start saving supplies to make yours." Comment from Homesteading In Ohio
Love this idea that I have never tried. I have used the plastic fruit containers themselves and place them on trays. Her miniature greenhouse gave me the idea of using egg cartons in those plastic containers.
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"Growing tomatoes from seed couldn’t be easier. As you will see below, it doesn’t require fancy lights or equipment. Nor does it have to be time consuming. In fact, by following four simple secrets – anyone can start and grow amazing tomato transplants in their home with ease!" Comment from This Is My Garden
Tomato plants are one of the most satisfying plants to grow from beginning to end once you know how to make them happy. The greatest joy for me was having way too many and giving the excess away for others to enjoy.
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"Learning how to make bird seed ornaments is a fun process, and can help you to feed your birds in the wintertime. Making bird seed ornaments not only gives you some fun outdoor Christmas decorations, but it also gives your birds some delicious snacks." Comment from Homesteading In Ohio
The birds need delicious snacks too! Those bird seed ornaments are so cute and would make an awesome gift.
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