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Written by Jenny Wanderscheid   
Today's Tip:

 

When potting or repotting plants, improve
drainage by using packing peanuts instead
of rocks in the bottom of your pots. According
to Better Homes and Gardens, you must use
the PEANUT-SHAPED PIECES since
shell-shaped or hollow packing pieces tend to
hold water leading to root rot. Using packing
peanuts instead of rocks means your
containers will be lighter than traditional rock-filled
containers - a real advantage when you're working
with hanging baskets, window boxes, or other
containers you have to lift.

 

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Great tip.
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I bought this plant which came in a shell shaped pot and I regularly watered them and within weeks it just rotted. Now I know why. smilies/grin.gif Learn as you go.
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