- Hang a shoe organizer on a wall or fence and fill the pockets with soil. Plant herbs, lettuce, or flowers for a space-saving vertical garden.
7. Cardboard Weed Barrier
- Lay down cardboard in garden beds before adding soil or mulch. It suppresses weeds while breaking down naturally over time.
8. Epsom Salt for Better Tomatoes
- Mix Epsom salt into the soil to provide magnesium and sulfur, boosting tomato and pepper growth while improving their flavor.
9. DIY Compost Tea
- Soak compost in water for 24-48 hours, then use the nutrient-rich liquid to water your plants for an instant boost.
10. Upcycle Old Pallets for Raised Beds
- Transform discarded wooden pallets into raised garden beds. They’re perfect for organizing small gardens and reducing weeding.
11. Aluminum Foil Mulch
- Mix shredded aluminum foil with mulch to reflect sunlight onto the undersides of plants, deterring pests like aphids and whiteflies.
12. Milk Jug Greenhouses
- Cut the bottom off a milk jug and place it over delicate seedlings to protect them from cold snaps and pests.
13. Hydrogen Peroxide for Root Health
- Mix one part hydrogen peroxide with ten parts water and use it to water plants. It aerates the soil, promoting root health and preventing root rot.
14. Grow Plants from Kitchen Scraps
- Regrow celery, lettuce, and green onions by placing their bases in water. Transfer to soil once roots appear for an endless supply of fresh produce.
15. DIY Natural Pest Spray
- Blend garlic, chili powder, and a few drops of dish soap in water. Spray the mixture on plants to repel common pests without harmful chemicals.
Try these hacks and watch your garden flourish with less effort and more creativity! Would you like tips on a specific gardening challenge?