Wash tubs, wooden boxes, and of course, pots and pans, can be converted into planters
Thanks to a generous donation from Loretta Tanner, we're experimenting with containers. We've learned that children and older adults find container gardening an easy way to grow food and flowers.Note the large box in the picture.
This grow box is 5x3 feet long and wide and 22 inches tall. It is constructed of treated 2x8s and 2x4s and cost $72 to build. It took about 2 hours to build and transport. If you would like a box like this at home let your Community Gardeners know and they will build you one if you buy the materials. These boxes can be built to fit into any sized spot that gets at least 6 hours of direct light a day.
Grow boxes are filled with about 4 inches of rocks, then followed by about a foot of rough composted materials that can hold and absorb water. Top of the balance of the box with composted soil, manure, and good clean dirt.
Please stop by your community garden--feel free to pick anything that is ready to pick--and take a look at the containers. Again, if you are interested in having a grow box at home, let us know and we'll build one for you. Happy Gardening!
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