Refurbishing old materials saves money as well as resources. Frugal gardening is an upcoming trend that can result in a bountiful garden.
Mulch-
Rather than buying bags of mulch, reuse and shred paper and old newspapers. Fill flowerpots and beds with homemade mulch and cover with dirt.
Seed Starting-
Reuse egg cartons, cereal boxes, or yogurt containers as seed starters. It’s a cost effective alternative to purchasing seed pots.
Raised Garden Beds-
A green and frugal alternative to purchasing spendy raised garden beds is wood pallets. Contact local stores and see if they have any pallets on hand that are due to be discarded. It is important to check if the wood pallet has been pressure treated. If so, do not use the pallet. Treated wood will have a green or yellow hue.
Vinegar-
Vinegar is a wonderful alternative to use in the garden and isn’t harmful like the traditional chemical substances used to treat gardens. Vinegar can be used in many ways: eliminating ants and slugs, preventing rabbits from feasting on your plants, and increasing the soil’s acidity. After the vegetables have been gathered, vinegar may be used as an effective vegetable wash.
Compost Bin-
Bins may be easily compiled with supplies found throughout your home and shed. Cinderblocks, chicken wire, garbage cans, and even large plastic garbage bags can be used as a cheap and beneficial compost bin.
Kitchen Ingredient-
Peek around the kitchen and you will find herbs and spices that will assist in the health of your garden. Chili pepper and cinnamon ward off bugs. Eggshells can be crushed and layered at the base of plants and circling the edge of the garden. This deters slugs and snails
Tumbled Glass Mulch-
Wine bottles, dishes, glasses, and jars may all be used as a colorful landscape. This kind of landscaping does well in desert regions and adds a splash of color compared to traditional gravel or rock. Frugal gardening trends create a vivid and lively appeal for gardens in arid landscapes.
Bird Feeders-
Plastic jars of all sorts can be used as a bird feeder. Making bird feeders at home is quick and easy. Poke a hole into the bottom of the jar and insert a stick so the bird may perch. Next, create a large hole so the birds can feast.
Cork-
Need a waterproof way to mark plants and veggies? Collect the cork from wine bottles and insert a stick into the bottom. Label it accordingly and root it into the garden next to the designated plant.
Frugal gardening is a wonderful way save money and still eat healthfully. Frugal gardening is fun, easy, and resourceful. Everyday items can be turned into supplies that benefit a bountiful garden.
