New ideas: Cultivating vegetables with plastic bottles is a child’s game!

Introduction

Did you know that it is possible to grow vegetables in an ecological and fun way by simply using plastic bottles? This ingenious and economical method allows you to create a vertical garden at home, even if you have little space. In this article, we will explain how to proceed step by step.

Materials required

  • Empty and clean plastic bottles (preferably water or soda bottles)
  • Fertile soil
  • Vegetable seeds or plants
  • Birds
  • Marker
  • Cord or wire

Creation Steps

Here’s how to grow vegetables with plastic bottles:

1. Preparation of cylinders

Start by thoroughly washing plastic bottles and removing labels. Then cut the bottle into two equal parts with the scissors.

2. Hole drilling

In the lower part of each half of the bottle, drill a few small holes to allow water to flow and avoid stagnation.

3. Filling of soil

Fill the bottom part of the bottle with fertile soil. Make sure it is well ventilated and draining to promote vegetable growth.

4. Vegetable planting

Place the seeds or vegetable plants in the soil following the specific recommendations of each plant. Then mark each bottle to identify what you planted.

5. Watering and maintenance

Water your plants regularly, ensuring that they are not too flooded. Also monitor the condition of the earth to adjust watering if necessary. You can also add natural fertilizer to promote growth.

6. Suspension of cylinders

Use rope or wire to hang bottles filled with vegetables in a sunny place, inside or outside the house. Make sure they receive sunlight for much of the day.

Benefits of this method

  • Ecological: reuse of plastic bottles
  • Economic: affordable and accessible to all
  • Space saving: ideal for small spaces such as balconies or windows
  • Ludic: a fun activity to share with the family

Conclusion

By cultivating vegetables with plastic bottles, you help preserve the environment while enjoying fresh and healthy vegetables within reach. Start this green adventure and share your achievements with your loved ones to raise awareness of responsible consumption.