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🌱 7. Slug and Pest Traps
Fill a milk jug with a little beer or a sweet bait solution and cut a window on the side. Bury it halfway in the ground. Pests like slugs are attracted, fall in, and can’t get out. Non-toxic and effective!
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🌱 8. Plant Labels
Cut the sides of a jug into strips, and use a permanent marker to label your plants or seedlings. These homemade tags are weatherproof and last all season.
🌱 9. Irrigation Drippers
Poke small holes in the bottom of a milk jug and bury it next to your plants with the top above ground. Fill it with water, and it will slowly drip, deeply hydrating roots with less evaporation — perfect for tomatoes and other thirsty crops.
🌱 10. Portable Tool Holder
Use a jug to hold small garden tools, gloves, twine, and more. It’s lightweight, easy to carry, and keeps everything together as you move around your garden.
Final Thoughts
Who knew a humble milk jug could be such a powerful ally in the garden? These simple, sustainable ideas don’t just save plastic from landfills — they make your gardening easier, cheaper, and more efficient.
So next time you finish a gallon of milk, don’t toss it. Give it a second life — and watch your garden thrive in return.
Want even more upcycled gardening tips or DIY ideas using household items? Let me know — I’ve got a full garden shed of ideas ready to share! 🌿
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