Would you like to be a backyard gardener, even if you don’t have a backyard? No problem! Growing vegetables in a container is the perfect solution. And if you’re short on cash, you can use cheap or worn-out laundry baskets as your containers.
These baskets will work for a variety of fruits and veggies that include:
• Potatoes
• Peas
• Lettuce
• Tomatoes
• Herbs
• Beans
• Miniature cucumbers
• Peas
• Lettuce
• Tomatoes
• Herbs
• Beans
• Miniature cucumbers
But one of the most popular gardening uses for laundry baskets is for growing strawberries. So, even if you’re short on space, you can look forward to having strawberries for smoothies, fruit salads, or simply dipping them in fresh cream or chocolate. Here’s how to do it:
1. Prepare the Laundry Basket:
To ensure optimal drainage for your strawberry plants, begin by carefully cutting a small hole in the bottom of the laundry basket. Adequate drainage is crucial for preventing waterlogged soil, which can lead to root rot and hinder plant growth.
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