That's an interesting idea and a great reuse of the bags. I'd love to see pics if you do it. I bet flowers or strawberries would look great in them.

I immagine it would work as long as there is drainage etc...

Ya - it should work fine, as long as the bags don't deteriorate and break down in the sun.

Great idea for herbs & veggies that don't require tons of soil - or flowers. If you think your soil is staying wet for too long - stick a wick through the drain hole & just let it dangle below the bag.

Good luck!

Al

Thanks for responding!

Al, what should I use for wicking material?

Can experiment with these, which will be fun. The bags are really strong. Guess the number of drainage holes I punch will depend on what I plant. I have had no success with nasturiums but will find seed for some trailing ones. Still looking for ideas for good candidates.

You're the best.
Rosie

Awww! - thanks, Rosie ;-) You're too kind!

You can use a strip of 100% rayon (man made chamois) or strands from a 100% rayon mop you can often find at Ace Hardwares or Wally World.

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Almost anything that will absorb water and not rot quickly will work to drain excess water. I really like some of the nylon drawstrings you can sometimes find used as closures on mesh onion or citrus bags. I have a few that are more than 15 years old I'm still using.

Al