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13 years ago

If I am using a large container for annuals, I put a few half litre plastic bottles in the bottom so I don't need as much soil. Soil does surround the bottles to give what few roots that get that far a place to grow. Also wicking water from the tray.

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Tiffany, purpleinopp Z8b Opp, AL
12 years ago
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