In last month’s article on basic garden markers, I talked about how to make garden markers with colorful wooden sticks. These are great for labeling seedlings and other annuals, because they are cheap and easy to make. However, if you need something that will last a little longer, don’t worry! Here I’m going to talk about clay markers, a project that was inspired by this article. They’re a tad more complicated and a bit more expensive to make, but they are also a bit more durable and definitely worth the effort. Plus you can get more creative with the marker designs. Read More
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Basic Garden Markers – Tag Your Plants
Over the years, I have tried many methods to help me keep track of which plant is in which container. The good news is that fully-grown usually plants aren’t too hard to tell apart. But keeping track of which seedlings are which can be a challenge for even the most experienced gardener. True story, I once mistook weeds for bell pepper seedlings and then gave them to a bunch of friends. Talk about embarrassing! The answer to this problem is obviously to get some garden markers. However, the ones you buy in the store can easily be $3 a piece or more. It’s not a lot of money if you only have one or two plants but for plant enthusiasts, the costs can quickly add up. So here’s how to make your own garden markers. Read More