Grow Tomato Plants in Plastic Hanging Bottles - Easiest Method

If your space is small but gets plenty of sunlight, try creating a few of these upside-down water planters and prepare to be amazed!

Materials Needed:

• 2-litre soda bottles

• Sharp knife or cutter

• Twine

• Piece of cloth

• Tomato seedlings

• Garden soil

• Compost

Steps to Create an Upside-Down Tomato Planter:

Step 1: Prepare the Bottles

1. Cut the Bottles:

• Take a 2-litre soda bottle and use a sharp knife or cutter to cut off the base of the bottle, about one inch above the bottom.

2. Make Holes for Twine:

• Make two holes exactly opposite to each other near the cut edge of the bottle.

• Thread twine through these holes and tie a knot to secure it.

3. Drainage Holes:

• Poke a few additional drainage holes in the bottle for better aeration and drainage.

Step 2: Prepare the Cloth and Seedling

1. Cut the Cloth:

• Take a piece of cloth and make a hole in the center.

• Cut from one side to the center hole to insert the plant easily.

2. Prepare the Tomato Seedling:

• Choose a tomato seedling with a longer, leggy stem and remove its bottom leaves to clear the stem.

• Wrap the cloth around the base of the seedling to cover the root ball.

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Step 3: Planting the Seedling

1. Insert the Seedling:

• Slide the tomato plant through the small mouth of the bottle.

• Remove any large leaves to prevent damage and position the plant with the root ball as close to the top of the bottle as possible.

2. Fill with Soil Mix:

• Prepare a soil mix with equal parts garden soil and compost.

• Hold the root ball in place and fill the rest of the bottle with the soil mix, leaving a one to two-inch gap between the rim of the bottle and the soil surface for efficient watering

Step 4: Hanging and Care

1. Hang the Planter:

• Ensure your planter hangs straight down and does not tilt to one angle.

2. Watering and Sunlight:

• Water the tomato seedlings well after planting.

• Hang them where they can get four to six hours of direct sunlight daily for good growth and health.

Enjoy your new vertical garden and watch your tomatoes thrive even in limited space!

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