Embellish your Garden with Long Flower Pots in Recycled Plastic Bottles
If you are looking for a creative and ecological way to beautify your garden, recycled plastic bottle flower jars are an excellent option. Not only do you create unique spaces for your plants, you also help reduce plastic waste in the environment. Here is a handy guide to turning plastic bottles into beautiful long flower jars for your garden:
Materials required:
- Empty and clean plastic bottles
- Scissors or cutters
- Acrylic paint and brushes (optional)
- Soil and plants
Steps to follow:
1. Preparation of cylinders:
- Choose plastic bottles of different sizes and colors to bring variety to your flower pots.
- Remove the labels from the bottles and wash them thoroughly with hot soapy water to remove any dirt.
- Using scissors or cutter, cut the top of the bottles to create the pot opening. You can choose to cut straight or stylized for a decorative effect.
2. Decoration (optional):
- If you want to add an artistic touch to your flower jars, use acrylic paint to decorate them. Allow your creativity to flow by painting patterns, shapes or using bright colors to customize each pot.
- Let the paint dry completely before proceeding to the next step.
3. Filling and planting:
- Fill the flower pots in recycled bottles with quality soil suitable for the plants you want to plant there.
- Dig small holes into the soil and insert the plants, making sure they are well watered after planting.
4. Installation and maintenance:
- Place your flower jars in recycled plastic bottles in the garden, on a balcony or terrace, making sure to position them in an aesthetic and practical way for watering.
- Water your plants regularly by checking that water flows properly through the pierced bottles to avoid any risk of root rot.
- Bring organic fertilizer as needed to help plants grow in their new pots.
By following these simple steps, you can turn plastic bottles into beautiful pots of long flowers and give a second life to these everyday objects. Your garden will not only be embellished, but will also have a positive ecological footprint. Wait more to let your creativity speak and highlight your outdoor space with this environmentally friendly DIY tip.