Garden in a Box

The cost of a massive garden in your backyard can really add up. Most people want to go all out and really enjoy the space. While this is nice and definitely a dream for some people, this is not what all gardens have to look like. Instead, some people are really just going to a functional garden more than an aesthetically pleasing garden.

One way to really save money is to be conscious of the type of containers you choose to pot your plants. Most people opt for the ground or build raised beds. Some people purchase big clay pots. Some also opt for little terracotta pots. But the cheapest container of them all? Cardboard boxes.

I know what you are thinking. Will a cardboard box actually hold up through all four seasons? Our experienced gardeners have tried it out and it seems as if the answer is yes. The cardboard will hold up through your entire growing season. You may have to change it out once the season is over, but most gardeners are used to changing pots because of size many times a year anyways.

Sure, this approach might not be for those who like everything neat and tidy, but if you’re adventurous, think inside the box here! Remember, with the right plants, by the end of summer you can’t see the container anyway. If you’d like, add a little reinforcement with tape in any weak areas. Or line the box with a plastic bag with drainage holes to keep it from getting soggy. And if looks are important to you, try some of our ideas for dressing it up (keep reading!).

We know this is not the most beautiful solution to your gardening woes, but it may be the most cost effective. If your plants are maturing and flourishing then you really will not be able to see the container anyways. For some people this still may not be enough so decorating your container might still be a cost effective way to go.

First the easy ideas: You can paint the box, wrap it in paper or cover it in old material. And if you’re up for being a bit more creative, try some of our other favorite materials: yarn, twine or rope.

You could definitely channel your inner kindergartener and go with painting, drawing, or coloring the box. You could also add some twine and some banners around the side. Or you could get a little fancier and use wood paneling for kitchen backsplash to spruce up that box.

Long Distance College Move – Things to Be Taken Into Consideration

Whether you are a student or parent, it is a tough to move from home into the new apartment. In case of students, they move to the dorm after passing school. This is the time of high emotions. There is a lot that you leave behind. Although there is an excitement about the new prospects of life but there is also fair amount of stress related to what you leave behind.

As a parent, you will want to help you kid in this process of moving. Although your kid may have been with you and he/she would have moved with you numerous times, it is going to be a different time because he/she has to decide things without anyone’s assistance.

Items which the student is going (or not going) to need

Deciding about the items is going to be a tough challenge. However, this is how a student learns about de-cluttering before moving. Having that said, you can play a role by helping your kid in deciding about what to move to the dorm or apartment.

• First of all, get rid of all of the clothing which doesn’t fit. The clothes they haven’t worn for quite some time also enter into this list.
• Next to talk about are the books. You need to sort out their books. Get rid of any textbook they are not going to need in the future.
• If their personal care items are not going to be needed in the future, you need to toss them out, sell off, or donate.

After deciding about what they don’t need, it would become easier for your kid to decide what to move to the apartment. Computer is going to be the most important thing they are going to need in their college. Things that they are going to need in their next home include clothes, towels, food containers, a high quality backpack, bed pillows, and necessary furniture items if those items are not going to be provided by the hostel.

Packing

If you ask someone about what’s the toughest task in a moving process, they are going to tell you that it’s packing. It takes a lot of time and energy in sorting out things for packing. Categorization is the most important thing to be taken into consideration in this regard. Although there are going to be few items to be moved, it is still going to turn into a lot.

Here, you will have to make sure that all of the packagingsupplies are there with you. For instance, you will need good quality moving boxes for packing the items. Cushioning materials are required to make sure that items do not get damaged during the move. Pens and markers are going to be needed because you will need to label the boxes. A notepad for inventory will help your kid to know about items and the boxes.

Moving

If there are going to be furniture items included, you will need to arrange a truck for this purpose. Otherwise, an SUV is going to suffice.