Do you have an old wheelbarrow and you don't know what to do with it? If so, we suggest that you give it a look change, and turn it into a planter. It is very easy, and a lot of fun.
Follow this step by step and you will discover how to recycle a wheelbarrow.
I really like dimorphic libraries, but the problem I have is that the climate we have here favors them too much, causing them to grow… and grow… and end up invading everything. So I thought I'd give it a try, but in the wheelbarrow that my father used in the past and that has deteriorated over the years.
What material do we need?
As always, it is much better to prepare all the material that we are going to use to make the task much more enjoyable. In this case, it is:
- Plants
- Hammer
- To escape
- White paint, and other colors that we like (I have used wall paint, but it is also valid in spray)
- Brush
- Watering can with water
- Substrate: check our guide to know which one to use according to the plant you choose
Step by step
Now that we have it all, let's get started.
Step One - Remove Concrete Debris
With the help of the hammer, we will give it blows wherever there is concrete. Once finished, with the added help of the escarpment, we will make some holes that will serve to drain the water. Depending on the dimensions you have, a minimum of 8 small holes will be necessary.
You may have to hitting both sides of the inside of the truck to get to make the hole. But with patience and firmness, you will succeed.
Second step - Paint
This is the most entertaining task, and the most relaxing as well. With the brush, we give you a first coat of White paint.
First a part ...
… And then the other.
Now, we let it dry in the sun for half an hour, and then we give it color.
It's not looking bad, is it?
Step Three - Plant the Plants
Our truck is painted, but… empty! It's time to put plants. In this case, dimorphic libraries.
All the we take out of the planter.
We plant them as if it were a normal pot transplant, and we give it a good watering.
(OPTIONAL) Fourth step - Protect the truck
If you have jumping dogs like me 🙂, you may have a need to protect the truck, at least until the plants occupy it all.
If so, the use of wire mesh is highly recommended, with which it is wrapped completely.
And ready. Now you have one new truck that looks great in your garden.
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What do you think?