Here are some really helpful and Sensible DIY Garden Hacks That Can Make You A Smart Gardener! Check some out of box Sensible DIY Garden Hacks That Can Make You A Smart Gardener!
Old Fish Tank Into a Mini Greenhouse
How cool! Old Fishtank converted into a mini-greenhouse for starting seeds indoors. Plastic wrap stretched across the top is opened or removed as plants start to grow to avoid killing/steaming/overheating them.
Mason Jar Soil Identification Test
This infographic shows a great DIY idea to identify your soil type. The process is simple. A step-by-step tutorial article is also available on Preparedness Mama!
Self Watering Container
It’s a nice, cheap, and easy idea to follow. You can create a Self-watering container or DIY wicking bed container.
Turn Boring Pots into Colorful Ones
Those sad and gloomy old pots always ruin the look of your garden. If changing them is not in your budget right now.
Control Invasive Plants in the Garden
This trick of cutting the bottom of a pot to contain invasive plants is already popular among gardeners.
An Easy Way to Grow Sweet Potato
Growing sweet potato is easy, but it becomes easier if you follow this trick .
Self-Watering Hanging Basket
Trailing plants look so fabulous in hanging baskets but one common reason why some gardeners avoid is that plants dry out quickly in them.
Placing Matchstick Before Planting Peppers
When planting, place two or three unused matches (matchsticks have the sulfur) a few inches below the roots.
Self Sharpening Garden Tool Holder
What a smart way to keep your garden tools safe, free from, and in the best condition!
Seed Pots
Why buy seed pots and trays when there are a lot of options available to start seeds
Plastic Bottle Mini Greenhouse
Plastic bottles are of no use but you can recycle and transform them into mini-greenhouses to grow seedlings.
Garden Markers from Stones
Even if you’re a container gardener, you can put these stone markers in your pots.
A Great Tomato Growing Tip
Plant tomatoes on their sides to give them a healthy root system. Do remove any leaves that would be covered under the soil, though.
Composting for Apartment Dwellers
So what if you live in an apartment and don’t have outdoor space? You can start composting with the help of this Mini Compost Bin.
Epsom Salt While Transplanting
Save plants from transplantation shock by using Epsom salt! Make a hole and add 1 tablespoon of Epsom salt in the bottom and cover with a thin layer of soil. Now place the plant and complete planting.
Cinnamon Powder on Seedlings
Cinnamon has anti-fungal properties, this aromatic spice can stop and prevent diseases on seedlings.
Eggshells Around Plants
Create a protective barrier around your plants using crumbled eggshells and save your plants from garden pests like slugs and snails.
Fertilize Plants with Cooking Water
Instead of draining cooking water, use it on your plants to fertilize them with beneficial nutrients. Make sure to cool down the vegetable water before use.
Recipe Box Seed Holder
If you start growing plants from seeds then store their packets in one appropriate place. You can make a convenient storage box with an old recipe box, use colored cards or cardboard for making dividers for seed classifications.
Vinegar and Baking Soda Soil Test
This is an easy way to test the pH of soil. Take a spoonful of garden soil and add vinegar to it. If it bubbles, then the soil is alkaline.
If the soil does not make bubbles, then add a bit of distilled water, mix well, and then pour half a cup of baking soda. If it fizzes, the soil is acidic.
If the soil fails to foam in both cases, then it is neutral with a pH of around 6.5 to 7.2.
Bubble Wrap
Cover the containers using bubble wraps during winter by tieing with twine—this super hack will protect the roots from cold temperatures and frost.
Wicker for Water Retention
Cotton wicks are one of the best ways to keep the growing medium moist when you are away from home. Simply drench a long wick and place it in the pot. The soil will absorb water from it easily.