It is tempting to let go of our Green Fingers and immediately opt for cheap plastic pots, recycled or not. But in the horticultural sector, the plastic waste mountain is huge. What are the alternatives. Are they feasible? What if we try something different? Do you have tips? Bring it on.
Here you will find some useful links.
This post is unfortunately in English. But the translation will follow soon. Let yourself be inspired not to use plastic. How do you handle it then?
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07:31
Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Plastic Plant Pots
Are you confused as to whether your plastic plant pots can be recycled. Garden Ninja explains exactly why we need to move away from plastic and what the eco-friendly alternatives are.<br /> <br /> Presented by Garden Ninja, Manchesters Garden Designer and blogger Lee Burkhill. He's an RHS Award winning garden designer and expert panellist on BBC Radio Manchester's Saturday morning garden phone in.<br /> <br /> Why not subscribe to my youtube channel? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuhMHrXyf2bvga2Mq0DJvwQ<br /> <br /> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardenninjadesign/<br /> Twitter: https://twitter.com/Garden_Ninja <br /> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garden_ninja_lee/<br /> <br /> If your garden like me you'll be well aware that pretty much everything you buy whether it's a plant in a pot, compost or the garden equipment usually comes with some form of plastic now plastic is incredibly resilient you can do a lot with it but it takes up to 400 to 500 years to fully break down and you may have watched things like the blue planet or read newspaper articles about how plastics and polluting not only our seas but also the land and getting into our food chain there's been loads of press on it there's been some really good ideas but what I thought I'd do today is show you the research that I wanted to take it over the past few months to give you different alternatives to things like the plastic plant pot so come on let me show you! <br /> <br /> So here we have just a very small example of black plastic plant pots that are causing a real issue in terms of recycling so the biggest issue with plastic plant pots is that they can't be recycled easily because they've got a black pigment in them which is carbon a lot of the recycling centers say that they can't recycle them because the infrared beam that they use to spot plastic does not work on these plant pots so they basically end up in landfill or being incinerated for energy.<br /> <br /> So all that carbon and all the chemicals that are contained in the plastic just get pushed back into the atmosphere at a rapid rate. Now there are some companies that have started to introduce colored plastic<br /> into their plant pot production Aeroplas are one very company that Ihave<br /> introduced the taupe plant pot and this means that the infrared beams in the recycling centers can pick them up.<br /> <br /> However, a more concerning issue that was raised by Gardening Without Plastic is that out of the 79 percent of councils in the UK that do kerbside plastic recycling 87 percent of those would not recycle plant pots even if they were picked up by their machinery they simply don't offer that facility for plastic plant parts which is really frustrating because people are making these changes in the industry but at the core of this problem is that the recycling facilities just aren't there available for them so if we can't recycle plastic properly then we need to start looking at alternatives to plastic entirely and that's what I'm going to move onto next.<br /> <br /> There are plenty of home alternatives that you can use back in your own gardens to avoid using black plastic plant parts so things such as Coir plant pots which break down you can use toilet rolls, loo rolls to plant your seedlings in and then plant them straight out you can make your own small pots out of newspaper wax paper and cow dung but the issue with all of these recyclable alternatives is that they're not very suitable for transporting plants from nurseries to be the wholesalers or to customers and that's what I'm going to be looking at today is what can we do to get plants from nurseries that doesn't involve this black plastic.<br /> <br /> Now the first alternative that I've uncovered are for people that tend to<br /> use plastic in the garden to display plants of lovers where I've been sent these which are bamboo fiber plant pots.Now they come in a range of wacky colors but the claim is that if they're sent to landfill they will biodegrade without a trace within 5 years so if you're the kind of person that maybe has a balcony or patio and you're using plastic to display plants these are a great alternative. <br /> <br /> So what about people that want to buy pants without plastic now edibleculture UK who are based down South have come up with a really ingenious idea and it's this the posi pots now they've created this entirely themselves it's made of recyclable card and if you can see that little lolly stick skewer that secures the planter there's no glue adhesive they write the plant name on this stick which also biodegrades, I think it's a brilliant idea!<br /> <br /> So the next innovative example comes from Bluebell cottage nursery up here in the Northwest of England now Sue Beesley the owner has been championing the move away from plastics for some time she will deliver them in a cardboard box wrapped in wax paper with biodegradable labels with a plant name on so completely removing the need for plastic tags name labels or any plastic plant box which is a great idea. -
04:27
Eco-Friendly Gardening | Alternatives to Plastic Pots
If you're trying to be an environmentally conscious gardener, these alternatives to plastic pots may be a great step!<br /> <br /> Visit our website for more great growing advice 🌱<br /> http://www.kitchengarden.co.uk<br /> <br /> Download the Kitchen Garden app for even more! 🍁<br /> •iOS: http://mrtns.uk/kgapple <br /> •Android: http://mrtns.uk/kgandroid <br /> <br /> Why not subscribe to the digital or print editions here? 🍃<br /> http://classicmagazines.co.uk/kg255 -
01:05
Nature's Chance - Coconut pot, THE alternative for plastic pots! (incl. subtitles)
This is Nature’s Chance. A new, stylish coconut pot. Beautiful for your home, beautiful for the world. THE sustainable alternative for plastics.<br /> <br /> Produced from coconut waste materials, environmental-friendly and fully biodegradable. <br /> <br /> The Nature’s Chance coconut pot is available in several pot sizes and suitable for automatic processing.<br /> <br /> Do you know what the best thing is? Growing plants is possible in the coconut pot. The pot can also be used on ebb and flood floors.<br /> <br /> Repotting is no longer needed with Nature’s Chance, just plant directly in the soil with the pot still on.<br /> <br /> Nature’s Chance is the sustainable and environmental-friendly pot for plants. <br /> <br /> Growers, garden centers and consumers have already been introduced with this new product.<br /> <br /> Sustainable. Environmental-friendly. Suitable for growing and automatic processing. That is Nature’s Chance.<br /> <br /> <br /> Only available at Argos Packaging. Visit www.natureschance.nl for additional information! -
05:57
Plastic Free Gardening Episode 1: Biodegradable plant pots and seed trays
Are you looking to be Plastic Free in the Garden? Tired of Plastic ruling your greenhouse and potting shed? Well, this series of Vlog guides is going to show you how you can garden without plastic using recycled materials.<br /> <br /> Plastic is taking over our planet and is already starting to devastate our oceans and lands. Gardening is full of plastic which only adds to this problem if its thrown away and goes to landfill. <br /> <br /> As an Award Winning Garden Designer I see on a weekly basis how much plastic is used in my garden designs as plants are sourced from different garden centres and nurseries. I have decided to put my money where my mouth is and show that gardening without plastic can be achieved at home. <br /> <br /> All gardeners can now choose alternatives to plastic by using alternatives which I'm going to detail in this set of videos. I'll also be showing you the benefits and any shortcomings of switching to biodegradable plant pots.<br /> <br /> If you're on board with helping clean up the planet why not subscribe to my youtube channel or message me on social media? I would love to hear how you are gardening without plastic and making a difference.<br /> <br /> Presented by Garden Ninja, Manchesters Garden Designer and blogger Lee Burkhill. He's an RHS Award winning Chelsea garden designer and expert panellist on BBC Radio Manchester's Saturday morning garden phone in.<br /> <br /> Why not subscribe to my youtube channel? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuhMHrXyf2bvga2Mq0DJvwQ<br /> <br /> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardenninjadesign/<br /> Twitter: https://twitter.com/Garden_Ninja <br /> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garden_ninja_lee/<br /> <br /> #plasticfree #gardeninghacks #recycling #gardening #gardenninja -
05:12
How to Make Biodegradable Plant Pots - Homemade Seed Starting Pots
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx.<br /> Spring is finally arriving, so to help you save a little money why not try our simple homemade plant pot ideas?<br /> <br /> Whatever you're planning to grow this year, using common materials from around your home you can quickly create environmentally friendly pots in a range of useful sizes.<br /> <br /> In this video we explain the best recycled materials to use when making your pots and demonstrate how to produce containers which are perfect to start your seedlings in.<br /> <br /> If you love growing your own food, why not take a look at our online Garden Planner which is available from several major websites and seed suppliers:<br /> http://www.GrowVeg.com<br /> http://gardenplanner.motherearthnews.com<br /> http://gardenplanner.almanac.com<br /> and many more...<br /> <br /> To receive more gardening videos subscribe to our channel here: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GrowVeg -
06:23
Gardening Without Plastic
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx.<br /> Plastic permeates every aspect of our lives, including the garden. But as the world wakes up to its addiction, just how easy it is to ditch plastic while growing and storing more of our own food?<br /> <br /> From sowing seeds to protecting crops to low-tech ways of keeping harvests fresher for longer, we’ve got ideas that will help you to make more sustainable choices.<br /> <br /> In this short video we’ll explore some simple ways to make and use garden-friendly alternatives to plastic.<br /> <br /> In this video we refer to two others on our channel:<br /> How to make biodegradable plant pots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lP5Fa6A5lFM<br /> Make the best seed starting and potting mix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzTNTUcDr0Y<br /> <br /> If you love growing your own food, why not take a look at our online Garden Planner which is available from several major websites and seed suppliers:<br /> http://www.GrowVeg.com<br /> http://gardenplanner.almanac.com<br /> http://gardenplanner.motherearthnews.com<br /> and many more...<br /> <br /> To receive more gardening videos subscribe to our channel here: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GrowVeg<br /> <br /> If you've noticed any pests or beneficial insects in your garden lately please report them to us at http://BigBugHunt.com -
06:30
How to Make Biodegradable Pots - DIY Paper Mache Seedling Pots | PH
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03:06
How to make simple biodegradable pots with newspaper
Gardeners grow a lot of plants, and that usually means a lot of plastic pots, but recycler extraordinaire Millie Ross is aiming to change that with some alternative suggestions.<br /> She shows how to make a simple paper plant pots for growing seedlings. The pots will only last for 4-6 weeks before they start breaking down so aren't suitable for seeds that take a long time to germinate, but are great for fast-growing crops such as zucchini or pumpkin. The whole pot can be planted out in the garden when it’s ready, which means less transplant shock for the young plant.<br /> <br /> What you’ll need<br /> 1. A long, tall cup or glass, shaped with a bit of a taper if possible<br /> 2. Newspaper <br /> 3. Potting mix<br /> 4. Seed – fast growing species such as zucchini or peas work well.<br /> <br /> Method<br /> 1. Take 2-3 sheets of newspaper, lay it out flat on a table, then fold up the bottom third lengthways, and fold it up again, so you now have triple thickness.<br /> 2. Lay the cup over the folded newspaper, so the open end of the cup sits about two thirds of the way up the paper. The overhanging third of the paper will fold inside the cup, so position the cup so the neat, single fold will wrap around the cup and the loose ends will be tucked inside.<br /> 3. Roll the paper around the cup – no too tightly or it will be hard to remove the cup<br /> 4. Try to keep the top of the cup rolling in a straight line<br /> 5. Push the loose folded third into the cup and then carefully pull out the cup<br /> 6. Use the base of the cup as a tamp to flatten out the folded-in paper, which will form the base of the pot. There will be a slight hole left but that’s ok – this will allow for drainage.<br /> 7. Secure the loose edge of the paper with a paperclip or a staple.<br /> 8. Fill your pot with potting mix and plant your seed into the pot.<br /> <br /> Watch Gardening Australia on ABC iview: http://iview.abc.net.au/programs/gardening-australia <br /> <br /> SUBSCRIBE: http://ab.co/GardeningYouTube <br /> <br /> About Gardening Australia: <br /> Gardening Australia is an ABC TV program providing gardening know-how and inspiration. Presented by Australia's leading horticultural experts, Gardening Australia is a valuable resource to all gardeners through the television program, the magazine, books, DVDs and extensive online content. <br /> <br /> Connect with other Gardening Australia fans: <br /> Like Gardening Australia on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gardeningaustralia <br /> Follow Gardening Australia on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gardeningaustralia <br /> Visit the Gardening Australia website: http://www.abc.net.au/gardening <br /> <br /> This is an official Australian Broadcasting Corporation YouTube channel. <br /> ******** <br /> Contributions may be removed if they violate ABC's Online Conditions of Use http://www.abc.net.au/conditions.htm (Section 3). -
04:08
Introducing CowPots - a better biodegradable
Meet the farmers, and the cows, behind our CowPots products. We are a dairy farming family in Connecticut and manufacture biodegradable pots from our cows' composted manure. Our sustainable farm generates renewable energy, adds value to a byproduct and provides the horticultural industry a recycled and renewable alternative to plastic and peat. -
07:43
How To Make Paper Mache Plant Pots- DIY Biodegradable Pots For Seed Starting- Part 1
I take you step by step through the steps of how to make paper mache plant pots out of cardboard and water. These biodegradable pots are easy to mix up, but it takes a long time to dry. Part one shows cutting cardboard, mixing it with water, and molding it to the side of a cup. <br /> Part two will have the process of getting the paper mache out of the cup, advice for the next time, and starting a few seeds so please subscribe and turn on the bell so you don't miss it. -
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Square Paper Seedling Pots - Quick, Easy, and Biodegradable
In a previous video, we quickly showed off our square DIY Paper Seedling Pots, and a number of you asked for a tutorial. So today, we're going to do just that! 🙂 -
02:07
Biodegradable Seedling Grow Bags
I'm going to see how well these biodegradable seedling grow bags work. They are described as a non-woven nursery fabric bag. The idea is to plant a seedling in the biodegradable grow bag and then place the entire bag in the ground when it's time to transplant outside.<br /> <br /> Prairie Plant Girl : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxdL0T3AUtU -
02:18
Should you use biodegradable pots?? Only if you do THIS.
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03:54
DIY How To Make Cocopeat Pot At Home | DIY Easy Coco Fibre Flower Pot | EcoFriendly Coir Pot .
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09:28
How to make your own biodegradable plant pots - Part 1
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02:04
Biodegradable and eco-friendly plant pots
www.biocogroup.com<br /> Eco-friendly, biodegradable (in normal temperatures), grow-durable, waste-free and biobased bio-pots for trees, shrubs and perennials by Bio-Co Group! The plant is planted with the biodegradable pot and a pot then softens and biodegrades away! No plastic waste is produced. Biobased plant containers are made of biopolymers which have biological origin. These biopots biodegradable also in sea water ie. in oceans. No more microplastic drift to oceans!<br /> Bacteria and fungi the material of a pot into to water and carbon dioxide. These eco-friendly biopots endure for long growing in a plant nursery. Special structure of a pot allows efficient rooting. There are plenty of compostamble materials in a market, but they do need industrial composting (55 C) to biodegrade. Look at more information of biobased and Sustainable biopots in www.biocogroup.com -
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Biodegradable Herb Pots (biodegradable-pots.com)
Coco Pots, biodegradable Pots, factory, bulk and wholesale<br /> From http://biodegradable-pots.com/ -
02:59
DIY Biodegradable Plant Pots
Making a biodegradable pots with stuff everyone has at. The pots can be used to start the plant seed of and then can be placed into a larger pot or into the ground pot and all. -
11:50
Two ways to make Newspaper Plant Pots (the simple way + the origami method)
Lovely Greens is now on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lovelygreens<br /> <br /> What do you do when you want to make newspaper plant pots but don't have one of those special tools? Learn to make them what what you have on hand. In this piece you'll learn how to make biodegradable plant pots using just newspaper and a few things you already have in the house. No need to invest in a pot maker.<br /> <br /> I introduce two ways to make them. The first is a round type that takes less than 30 seconds. The second is a beautiful origami box style that will take a little longer. They stack together really nicely though.<br /> <br /> I literally learned how to make these today so I'm certain that you'll be able to pick it up just as quickly. If you have any questions please leave them as a comment below.<br /> <br /> Also, when choosing paper, use standard newspaper that's been printed in black and/or color ink. Both paper and ink are biodegradable. Avoid shiny paper.<br /> <br /> These pots will last a few weeks before breaking down. When it's time to plant your seedlings out, you can pop the pot in the ground, newspaper and all.<br /> <br /> 1. If you enjoyed this video please give it a thumbs up and subscribe over here: https://www.youtube.com/user/lovelygreenstv?sub_confirmation=1<br /> <br /> 2. Remember to TURN ON notifications to know when new videos are out<br /> <br /> 3. Subscribe to my free weekly newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/lovelygreens<br /> <br /> 4. Have a question or comment? Please leave them below -- I love to hear from you!<br /> <br /> <br /> ABOUT LOVELY GREENS<br /> https://lovelygreens.com/about<br /> <br /> Interested in how I make videos? Here's my essential equipment*<br /> <br /> Main camera https://amzn.to/2HHa3bp<br /> Main camera lens https://amzn.to/2UUlbF7<br /> Secondary camera https://amzn.to/2YgcUgC<br /> Secondary camera tripod https://amzn.to/2JGxDqE<br /> Microphone https://amzn.to/2Uh0fLv<br /> <br /> *Lovely Greens is a participant in Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. <br /> <br /> Basically I make a small commission if you end up making a purchase. Thank you for your support.<br /> <br /> <br /> #backyardgardening #vegetablegarden #zerowaste<br /> <br /> Audio credit: I Like Peanuts by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)<br /> Artist: http://audionautix.com/ -
07:20
e-pots Paper Pot Maker & Biodegradable Pots Unboxing
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The first alternative I discovered for people who tend to use plastic in the garden to display plants or flowers. But I was sent these, which are bamboo fiber composites. They come in a whole host of crazy colors. But it is said that if they end up in the dump, they will photodegrade without a trace within five years. So if you have a balcony or patio and you use plastic to put plants in, these are a good alternative. They don’t really solve the problem of flat plastic pots. So I’ll move on to other alternatives how to get your plants without the need for blockbuster. So what about people who want to buy pounds without plastic, edible culture UK who are based in the south have come up with a really ingenious idea. And it’s this the positive parts now they’ve completely made this themselves as a recyclable card. And when you see that little Molly stick that holds the partners together, there’s no glue or adhesive. They write the name of the plant on the stick, which is also biodegradable. If you buy the plants from them, they put a layer of mycorrhiza fungi in the soil. All that cutie does is build a relationship between the roots and the fungi that exchange moisture for sugar. So basically, kickstart plants and make sure they have the best start in life. What you do with this is, you take them home and literally plant them out. Don’t do anything in a few weeks, this popular softer biodegrade, fall apart, the Phone Guy does its job and it fixes it’s cheap, it’s cheerful, and I think it’s a brilliant idea.
So the next innovative example comes from Bluebell cottage nursery here in the North West of England. The owner has been in favor of moving away from plastic for some time, and she has devised a solution for her customers that also eliminates the need for plastic parts. If you buy a pump from her, you can have it transferred at the point of sale into a biodegradable container or paper bag, which you can take home right away. What Sue is doing now is cleaning and recycling those black plastic parts by propagating more plants, ready for next year. If you order from her, she will deliver them in a cardboard box wrapped in waxed paper with biodegradable labels for the pump’s name. Plastic labels, name labels or other plastic pump parts are therefore no longer necessary and that is a great idea. What has really struck me is how much plastic I use as a garden designer. And just looking back at the past year and the amount of pump pots I’ve used, it’s disturbing. Now lucky for me, I have to take a load to a recycling center that does recycle them. But it was a long way off. And I know a lot of you say, we can find those centers, but they’re miles away. And there’s a tradeoff between the pallets of carbon you put in your family, your car to get them there and try to recycle them. And it’s a terrible dilemma, that’s what has led me to try and find alternatives, because there’s no way we can just continue flushing a sea of plastic. So I know I’ve only just surfaced on what to do about the white plastic recycling problem. I’ve talked to a number of manufacturers, wholesalers and independent nurseries, some of which are very eager to talk to me, or not so many, but I know there are many more ideas out there. And I think it’s about keeping the debate going and opening people’s eyes to alternatives. So what I’m going to do is ask you, the viewer to help me, we need to get the message out about alternatives, because we can’t keep drowning in the sea of plastic. So if you have any ideas or know of any businesses or daycares that do things differently, leave a comment below. Get in touch via Twitter. Follow my blog and add comments. Let’s try to compile a list of all the alternatives and see what we can do to the customers to make these alternatives obsolete. So if you’ve liked this video, or feel strongly about the topic of recycling please subscribe to my YouTube channel, share this video and let’s keep the debate going.
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