Landscaping Tips Using Old Tires

A tire garden is a recycling project in that gardeners use or recycle tires into planters that can contact plants, from vegetables to shrubs. Recycled tires make excellent planters due to the fact they are sturdy and capable of withstanding freezing temperatures and heavy wind and rain. They are also deep enough for plants to grow roots, and you can drill holes in them to create water drainage. As the tires begin to heat up in the sun, the soil does dry faster, keeping the dirt warm and stopping the likes of root rot.

Here’s how to set up a tire planter:

Choose the right size tire. Any size tire can be used as a planter. However, tires do vary in size, so make sure you choose one that best fits your plant and yard size. For instance, large tractor tires are around fifteen inches wide, whereas standard car tires are twelve inches wide. Meaning you can use tractor tires to grow numerous plants or vegetables and standard tires for single-potted plants.

Find a home for the tire planter. After you have chosen your tire, it is time to place it in your garden. Choose a site that receives the amount of sunlight needed for the plant: For example, if you are growing a plant that needs full sun, pick a spot that receives at least five to six hours of sunlight. It is important to choose a spot for your tire before you add the soil, as it can be extremely heavy to move, and moving it once the plants have been potted can leave a dirt trail.

Prepare the soil for planting. Once you have chosen the spot, fill the tire with some soil, and add your plant and water.