If you’re looking for a creative and inexpensive way to hang some plants around your home, try this easy colander potted plant craft. First, grab that old, extra colander you have. You know, the other one that you have that you never use. If it already looks appealing, skip to the next step, but if you prefer, you can paint your colander and let it dry overnight before moving on.
Now, line the colander with as many coffee filters as it takes to cover all of the little holes, with the exception of the top row or two. String some rope through a couple of the holes on top, so that you’ll be able to hang it. Be sure to use something sturdy, since it’s going to be heavy once it’s full of dirt. Fill your colander with dirt and your plant and hang it somewhere where it will get enough light.
Empty Cans for the Win
You won’t ever have to toss out your empty cans again or recycle them week after week. Instead, save them to upcycle, using them as an integral part of your garden’s development. After you’re done drinking each can, completely rinse them out and put them upside down on a paper towel until dry.
This hack can help to cut down on the amount of soil you need to use, which can be especially helpful for anyone that’s trying to keep a gorgeous garden on a tight budget. Lay the empty cans in the bottom of your planter to take up space, alternating with some plastic pots and/or fruit boxes if you have them. Then, cover the cans with a piece of landscape fabric and cover with soil.
Milk Jug Watering Can
Watering cans are important to have in any garden, to keep plants hydrated when it’s not possible to reach them with a hose and when you’re in an area that doesn’t get a consistent amount of rain. Or of course, if your garden is indoors. But maybe you don’t want to drop the cash on a can to put water in, or maybe you just like DIY projects and recycling. Whatever the case, these milk jug watering cans will make an excellent addition to your “garsenal.”
To make these bad boys, simply use a sharp object to poke several small holes in the cap of your milk jug. Then, fill the jug with water, screw the cap back on and you’ve got yourself a recyclable watering can.
The Magic Can Garden
You’ve seen how to reuse plastic and glass bottles in your garden, but now, take a look at what you can do with your old cans! That’s right, next time you polish off a 12-pack of Dr. Pepper, rinse the cans out and try this adorable hack for your indoor mini-garden. Using a can opener, carefully remove the lid in its entirety.
Use a small, sharp object to poke a few holes in the bottom of the can. Then, fill the can with soil and seedlings and watch the magic happen.
Try a Colander Planter
If you’re looking for a creative and inexpensive way to hang some plants around your home, try this easy colander potted plant craft. First, grab that old, extra colander you have. You know, the other one that you have that you never use. If it already looks appealing, skip to the next step, but if you prefer, you can paint your colander and let it dry overnight before moving on.
Now, line the colander with as many coffee filters as it takes to cover all of the little holes, with the exception of the top row or two. String some rope through a couple of the holes on top, so that you’ll be able to hang it. Be sure to use something sturdy, since it’s going to be heavy once it’s full of dirt. Fill your colander with dirt and your plant and hang it somewhere where it will get enough light.