Using Plastic Bottles as containers

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Using Plastic Bottles as containers

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I have some empty bottles of mineral water.their size is 5 litres.i want to utilize these for growing veggies.Can any body guide me in this matter that what can i grow in them. :idea:
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Yes you can use them.... just ensure that you make at least half a dozen drain holes as plastic tends to retain water. drainage is very important. You can start your own new threads for queries.....
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farhan137 wrote:Yes you can use them.... just ensure that you make at least half a dozen drain holes as plastic tends to retain water. drainage is very important. You can start your own new threads for queries.....
No, i can't .it would be better if any body suggest me some vegetables of the season for these 5 litres bottles.
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Re: Size of a pot

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chillies.....
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Re: Size of a pot

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Thanks, Mr.Farhan.I will sow chillies in these containers,InshaAllah.
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:D
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Re: Size of a pot

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Dr. Sahib
:D :D :D , Kia main sahee samjha????
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Re: Size of a pot

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Kaleem saheb gardening is a passion for everyone involved in it. I enjoy the restlessness inherent in any hobby. Masha'Allah the forum is full of energetic and enthusiastic people! :lol:
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Re: Using Plastic Bottles as containers

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May be you are looking for this :)
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Re: Using Plastic Bottles as containers

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This is quite creative. Well done :)
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