A bit off topic...
Pat Colville (Fri, 30 Apr 2004 09:28:04 PDT)

Vases for forcing bulbs like hyacinths or narcissus can be made from
plastic soft drink or water bottles. Cut off the top just below the
curved area. Invert and put back with the bulb inserted. Of course you
take off the cap and fill with water to an appropriate level. 16 or 20
oz bottle work well.

Phyllis Ferguson, Cathy Craig's mother, grows tiny sinningias ( and
perhaps other miniature plants)in the containers used for single doses
of milk. The ones you get in Coffee shops.

Then she puts whole collections of plants in the transparent containers
used for food in deli cases.
Very clever recycling for growers of minature plants. Perhaps Cathy
will take a picture.
Pat Colville

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From: pbs-bounces@lists.ibiblio.org
[mailto:pbs-bounces@lists.ibiblio.org] On Behalf Of Nan Sterman
Sent: Friday, April 30, 2004 8:25 AM
Subject: [pbs] A bit off topic...

This is a bit off topic so please respond to me off list if you can
help....

I have been asked to contribute to a gardening book that is filled
with ideas for using household items in the garden - kind of a
"trash to treasure" tip book for things to do with old milk
containers, baking pans, bedsheets, paper bags, bobby pins, old
athletic equipment, children's toys, etc.

Since gardeners tend to be the most clever recyclers I know, I am
wondering what I can learn from you. Have you found any terrific
uses for your old household items? Know anyone else who has?

Nan
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