A gardening expert has encouraged households not to discard one common item as it can have a “lovely” use outdoors. Many UK homes are venturing back into their outdoor spaces and sprucing them up in preparation for summer.
Spring is the perfect time to get busy outside and start planting new flowers, herbs and vegetables. Gardener Simon Akeroy, who shares advice and hacks on social media, has urged households not to throw away empty tin cans as they can be quite useful. Most households opt for the recycling bin once items like beans, soups and lentils have been consumed.
He said: “Instead of throwing your tins in the recycling bin, try repurposing a few. Make them into rustic herb planters.”
All Simon did was remove the packaging from the tin cans and rinse them out of any food. He explained: “Start by washing the tins thoroughly and removing any labels to ensure a clean look”, reports the Mirror.
“This step is important as leftover residue can interfere with planting.” When clean, you need to make holes in the bottom of the tin, which Simon did with a drill.
The gardener said: “Once your tins are clean, you’ll need to make a few drainage holes in the bottom-this is crucial for healthy root growth.
“Additionally, it can be helpful to create a small hole on the side towards the back if you plan to hang your planter.”
Simon created a hole in the side of his tin to enable it to be hung up. He cleverly reused an old wire coat hanger to fashion a handle, which he threaded through the hole.
“Bend the hanger to form hooks that can fit into the side hole you made,” Simon instructed. “This allows the tin to hang securely from a nail or trellis, adding a rustic charm to your garden or patio.”
Simon chose to plant mint, parsley and thyme in his tins. He declared them as “great choices” and added: “They thrive in containers and will create a lovely, fragrant display.”
The gardening expert advised: “Fill your tins with peat-free compost to promote healthy growth without harmful chemicals.
“With your herbs planted and tins hung, you can enjoy the beauty of your rustic herb display. This DIY project not only adds greenery to your home but also encourages eco-friendly gardening practices.”
Simon’s followers commended his hack, with one saying: “Great idea.” Another chimed in: “Brilliant Simon.” A different person commented: “They look cute.”
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