Diy watering globes for plants

This recycled watering globe made from a wine bottle is saving my jasmine from last year's drought. Watering globes, plant nannies, and other waterers can be expensive, so here's a way to upcycle something you already have to take care of the plants you love!

Keeping herbs in planters right off of my back stoop is pretty and convenient-I can just pop outside and grab what I need right in the middle of cooking. But it has it’s problems, the largest problem being keeping those dang planters watered. Any kind of pot kept outside requires much more frequent watering than... Keep Reading

Upcycled: Watering Wine Bottle

Here is the article with practical DIY watering globe ideas if you are interested in self-watering systems! Ensure your plants receive enough water all the time!

Use a plastic water bottle to water your plants while you're on vacation

I have always thought the idea of the water globes was pretty cool but never wanted to spend the money since it really just gives me a reason to be lazy and not water my plants daily like I should. Then, I started thinking "I'm sure I can make my own out of something I am just going to throw away." All you need is a glass or plastic bottle with a lid - I used wine bottles, liquor bottles, larger water bottles, etc. *You are now recycling as well as caring for your plants. Hammer with a nail…

Garden Hack: Make a simple DIY drip watering system for potted plants & seedlings with just a water bottle. Instructions and video included in the article.

There is great pain in abandoning a tomato on the cusp of ripening but it happens every year. My fruit and veg decide to produce their best just as I have to leave – on business, on holiday – somewhere far from the hosepipe and harvest. Even more painful is to return to a garden of parched, withered crops. To keep your garden going in your absence, a little planning is called for.

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