Can we use old wine boxes for container gardening?
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James A on Feb 05, 2011Line them with plastic or better yet find square planters that will slip down inside them. I just left Ole Tyme Pottery. They should have something that will work.Helpful Reply
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KMS Woodworks on Feb 05, 2011I've built some great garden beds out of plastic (trex type) decking. Some home centers have odd lots that can be had cheap...being plastic they are rot resistant. Raised beds offer longer growing seasons as the tend to warm up quicker in the springHelpful Reply
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Sunita P on Feb 05, 2011you might to use a weather proof exterior stain, to improve look and durabality.Helpful Reply
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Darby C on Feb 05, 2011They will most likely not rot for a few years. If you keep them like they are, they will weather and look good.Helpful Reply
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Beachcomber on Jul 14, 2012i think they would eventually rot outside. i've used them to stand pots of plants in but haven't left them outside permanently.Helpful Reply
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