~ Clay Pot buried , shows cork plugging hole ~
~ Clay Pots filled with water ~
~ Clay Pot with saucer used as lid ~
~ Needed 1 more lid , so I used a hubcap (LOL) ~
I'm experimenting in the garden this year with clay pot irrigation. This technique has been used for thousands of years , so thought I would give it a try. Last year I used plastic 2 liter bottles for this process , they worked well but I would like something that's better for the environment and easier to fill with water.
I have a few clay pots that I'm not using , they're 6 inch pots. Two of the pots had saucers , so I'm using those for lids. I dug holes between my Roma tomatoes and buried the clay pots. The article I read recommended using silicone to plug up holes in the bottom of pots , but I wanted something natural , decided to use corks. I hope they work , you need the water to seep out slowly.
I'll probably use some 2 liter bottles too , but I love the clay pots. I'm going to scout some yard sales , thrift stores for more pots and saucers.
~ Garden Blessings ~
JoyceAnn
6 comments:
Now that is a clever idea - I'd not seen it before.
Oh, that is a great idea.
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I checked the pots this morning , they are holding water , so the corks are working.
~ Garden Blessings ~
JoyceAnn
The hubcap is a good idea too!
Improvise, Improvise, One of the greatest everyday inventions don't you think? lol!
I was told awhile ago they were
running out of real cork. Have
you heard anything about that?
God Bless You and Yours!!!
I use 2L bottles too but this is even better and prettier in the garden. Thanks for the idea.
Flassie , I haven't heard anything about the corks , need to check that out. The hubcap will do for now , hope to find more clay saucers later.
Have a Great Weekend !
~ Blessings ~
JoyceAnn
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