A Doorstep Garden
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Turn an old boot into a stylish planter.
Tips
Remember to water the flowers regularly because, unlike
those that are planted in the ground, these blooms cannot draw
moisture from the surrounding soil.
| Prep Time: Under 1 hour | |
| What you need: | |
| Old boot
Pebbles or aquarium gravel Potting soil or loam Small bunch of annual flowers | |
| Seasons: Birthday | |
| Materials: fabric | |
| Instructions: | |
| 1. | Remove the lace from the boot or loosen it enough to allow the tongue to be pulled forward. |
| 2. | Fill the bottom of the boot with a layer of pebbles or aqaurium gravel to provide drainage. |
| 3. | Pack in a 2-inch layer of potting soil or loam. |
| 4. | Fit in the root base of annual flowers (pansies, marigolds, or impatiens work well). |
| 5. | Gently pack more soil around and on top of the roots. |
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