Heirloom pepper (left) and tomato (right) seedlings were sprouted in recylced barbecue chicken containers. It worked quite well. I used a couple of heating pads for bottom heat and the seedlings were sub-irrigated (aka self-watering). I removed the container hoods after the seeds sprouted and the seedlings were above an inch tall.
I need to find many more pop bottles for planters and a lot more light garden shelf space. When the weather is warm enough these plants will go to new homes in the neighborhood.
My plan is to donate them to local schools and religious institutions here in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. Please spread the word if you live nearby.
Bob Hyland
urbangreenscaper [AT] gmail.com
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