And an Herb Garden "To Boot"
by
Pat Ruge
4 Materials
$10
1 Hour
Easy
I just love it when my 13 year-old granddaughter comes over to work on a project together. I especially enjoy it when we can produce something that she can share with her mother. Together, we like to spread the joy.
First task is to choose the boots.
I have been collecting these boots from various garage sales. The little guys, I thought would be just perfect for Sarah to create her own herb garden. The larger boots are a little dull and will use them for another project.
So, we have everything we need except the potting soil and the herbs. So off to the garden center at Lowes we go. OK, I admit, we got a little more than we "need". I know, it's not the mall, but my granddaughter loves flowers and she loves mint and basil. Just couldn't pass up that beautiful lavender and impatiences.
Using the largest drill bit, I attempted to drill three holes in the bottom of the boot for drainage. Apparently in the center section, there is a metal plate which made it impossible to get through. No bother, we go with the two we got. Because we are dealing with rubber, it was necessary to clean up the holes a bit with an Exacto knife to get the adequate drainage.
Drilling the holes is a little tricky as the boots will flex and the last thing I want is for my granddaughter to hurt herself. This part should be left to an adult.
After drilling holes in the bottom of the boots the boots were filled with garden soil and a variety of herbs from the local hardware store. We chose two basil (my personal favorite), cilantro, and mint (Sarah's personal favorite). Placed on a cookie sheet and surrounded by polished rocks, it is just perfect for placing just outside the back door. Don't forget to water.
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Thanks, J, now you can try it out - so easy.
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I love it! Thanks for the idea!
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