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Using Chicken Feeders as Planters for Container Gardening

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Chicken Feeder for Potted Houseplants

Discarded chicken feeders and waterers can be repurposed as rustic garden planters. Wooden trough feeders will work well for a season or two but then are likely to rot. Galvanized feeders and waterers will last longer and give a great look to a patio table, porch or … [Read more...]

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DIY: Recycle Light Bulbs for Vases, Flower Planters and Terrariums

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With industrial decorating themes trending right now, why not consider an industrial look for your gardening? Some creative Thomas Edison sort of genius decided to use a light bulb as a planter. This idea has inspired a very cool and modern looking gardening method. Not only is a … [Read more...]

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Yard Sale Savvy: Using Salvaged Materials for Garden Planters

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You can buy lovely--and expensive--planters from any garden store. You can also scavenge, recycle and adapt containers, thus saving money, reducing waste and giving your imagination free rein. Well, almost free rein. There are a few basic requirements for a container that will … [Read more...]

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How to Grow Ginger in a Container

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There are a few spices that grow well in containers right at home, and ginger happens to be one of them. Popular in tasty Asian dishes and in many favorite baked treats, ginger adds zingy flavor to culinary delights of all sorts. And, ginger is super easy to grow in a container. … [Read more...]

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3 Great Tips for Container Gardening Drainage

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No matter where you live, if you have access to even the smallest patio or porch, you can grow a successful container garden. In fact, container gardens are likely the most popular type of garden in the world. They're fun, easy, and inexpensive. Most container gardens will use … [Read more...]

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