10 WAYS TO OBTAIN GARDEN ITEMS
FRUGALLY
1. Express your
interests to friends and family. You could provide them with a wish list of
most-needed items such as extra plants, garden tools, seeds and invaluable
advice.
2. Use what you
have: Plastic and styrofoam cups, plates, bowls, eating utensils and take out
containers can serve functions in seed starting and plant protection and are
common items in most households.
3. Check out local
thrift shops, yard and garage sales. Imagine, old cups and saucers can be converted
into creative bird feeders, or watering spots for butterflies and small birds. Small
and large bowls can be used as bird baths, toad houses and molds if you wish to
dabble in creating garden ornaments.
4. Do a search
online and look at sites such as Freecycle.org and Craigslist.org to see if
free items or trades are available.
5. Most dollar
stores offer garden supplies seasonally. Make sure you inquire when the items
will be available because they go fast.
6. Check out your
local newspapers for permits regarding upcoming land excavations or contact a
local landscape or tree service company.
7. Contact your
local county extension office. They usually offer free or discounted plants or
seeds.
8. Proprogate your used
produce scraps such as onions, peppers and tomatoes.
9. Coordinate a seed
swap party for like-minded friends, neighbors and family members.
10. Divide existing
plants or collect seeds from self seeding plants on your property and replant
in other areas in your garden.
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