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Rain Barrel question

12 years ago

I am building my own rain barrel from a 55 gallon plastic drum. I used a 4 1/2 inch hole saw to drill a hole in the top that my flexible gutter extension fits into with just a little room to spare. Is there a hydroponic or pond planting basket that will fit in this size hole?

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bookjunky4life
Original Author
12 years ago
A 4.3" inch planter with holes drilled in it fits perfectly.
gunnersm8
12 years ago
i used the drain grate things from the box store. i think its like 6-8" diameter. use a big screw clamp to hold screen on and stick it in.
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