Turn plastic bottles into bitter melon culture on the wall: a clever and affordable solution!
The cultivation of fruits and vegetables at home is a satisfying and economical way to enjoy fresh produce. Today we will show you how to turn plastic bottles into a bitter melon culture on a wall. This ingenious and affordable solution will allow you to cultivate your own bitter melons, also known as
Materials required:
- Empty plastic bottles (preferably large)
- Bitter melon seeds
- Garden land
- Birds
- Strings or solid yarns
- Clous or hooks
- Gardening gloves (optional)
Steps to follow:
Here’s how to turn your plastic bottles into a bitter melon culture on the wall in a few simple steps:
- Prepare the bottles: Start by cleaning and cutting plastic bottles in half. Keep the lower half for planting.
- Drill holes: Make a few small holes at the bottom of the bottles to ensure good drainage of water. This will prevent excess water from accumulating and damaging plant roots.
- Fill with dirt: Fill the bottles with garden soil up to about 2/3 of their height. Don’t forget to water the soil slightly to make it moist.
- Plant the seeds: Place some bitter melon seeds in the soil, following the specific instructions on seed packaging regarding planting depth and spacing.
- Hold the bottles: Attach the ropes or solid threads to the bottles and hang them to a solid wall outside or inside. Make sure the bottles are well secured to support the weight of growing plants.
- Water and maintain: Water the plants regularly, ensuring they are not too flooded. Also make sure you provide good lighting and, if necessary, additional support as plants grow.
With these simple steps, you can enjoy the cultivation of bitter melon on a wall from recycled plastic bottles. Not only is it a clever solution for small spaces, it is also ecological using recycled materials.
Remember to carefully monitor the growth of your plants, protect them from pests and diseases, and harvest them once they are ready. Growing your own fruits and vegetables is a rewarding experience that can also help you save money and reduce your ecological footprint.