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  • Answered by
    shelley on
    August 9, 2015
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    Coconut coir liners are considered to be incredibly durable and can be reused for many years if carefully handled. I would hope that you would get at least 3 years out of them with year-round use. So, yes, they can be washed out, dried and stored for reuse next season.

    For more information on coco liners, please visit the following link:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/coconut-planter-liners.htm

    Happy gardening!

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 21, 2015
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    I would recommend composting the old soil.

    Clean the bucket throughly and start next spring with new soil.
    Old soil can cause problems with disease and poor plant production.

    Here are some links for you with more information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/controlling-fusarium-wilt.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/growing-vegetables-in-buckets.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 21, 2015
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    Here is a link to help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/using-topsoil-and-potting-soil.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 23, 2015
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    Great question, but I don't have any clever ideas for the lid use either!

    Buckets are so handy and it's always good to have some lids to close up for storage.

    I do recommend that you start each season with fresh planting mix in your buckets.
    The plants have likely depleted the nutrients.

    Here is a link with more information.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/growing-vegetables-in-buckets.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    November 30, 2015
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    You can use this type of liner year round.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/coconut-planter-liners.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 6, 2016
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    Every year or two you should replant the plants in fresh potting soil to ensure a steady stream of nutrients.
    If the plants roots are growing in circles, your plant will need a larger pot.
    Succulents and cactus grow much more slowly and can go longer before repotting.
    If the plants are fast growing, they may need larger pots more often.
    A general rule is to go up 1" in pot size.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/root-bound-symptoms.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 22, 2016
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    Yes, you can use the 3 gallon size but 5 gallon is still ideal.

    For more information about bucket gardening, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/growing-vegetables-in-buckets.htm

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