How Do You Use Wine Barrels As Planters?
• Place your wine barrel upside down on a sturdy work surface and drill 7-1″ holes in the bottom of the barrel. If you don’t have an electric drill, inquire at the local hardware store or lumberyard about handyman services. For a nominal fee, some establishments will perform small jobs such as drilling or sawing, especially if you purchased the item from them. • Cut a piece of landscape cloth slightly larger than the inside diameter of the barrel and place it on the bottom, making sure it completely covers the surface. It is not necessary to line the sides of the barrel with the cloth. Empty the entire bag of stones into the barrel and spread them evenly over the cloth. • Fill the barrel with the growing mix, leaving the top 2″ free. Add ½ cup of Osmocote and with your trowel, mix it thoroughly into the soil. • Before planting, make an arrangement by placing your plants in the most suitable spot in the container. Check the labels for height and width potential of mature plants. But bea
