9 Ways To Save Money In The Garden
May 4, 2008 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under Garden Budget, Garden Links
Our poll last month was on how much money you spend on seeds and plants for your garden each year. I just wanted to follow up on that with some ideas to help you save money in your gardening adventure.
With food costs on the rise, now is a great time to lower the cost of the food you can produce yourself.
2. Swap seeds or plants with your friends and neighbors.
4. Start your own plants from seeds.
5. Recycle your garbage into compost.
6. Buy perennials in the fall when they’re on clearance.
7. Take care of your garden tools and they’ll last longer.
8. Recycle unique items for container gardening.
9. Make your own potting soil.
Raising your own fruits and vegetables can save you big dollars these days if you do it wisely. What other ways can you think of to save money in the garden?
Image: used with permission Newscom
Great Ideas,
I would add that if you are buying things worth looking online trying looking on search engines using words like direct, sale wholesale.
Try to buy off season, when priced are reduced.
Also look for swapping seeds online clubs- website.