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Gardener shares clever hack using empty ketchup bottle: 'This is genius'
One gardener on TikTok is showing how to reuse a ketchup bottle to help avoid overwatering seedlings.
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Innovative Gardening Tip: Ketchup Bottles Become Essential Tool for Seedling Care
Gardeners are always looking for innovative ways to nurture their plants, and a recent viral video from content creator 'growguyeire' offers a surprisingly simple yet effective solution for watering delicate seedlings. The video, uploaded from the United Kingdom, showcases a "grow hack" that involves repurposing an empty Heinz tomato ketchup bottle. The creator demonstrates filling the clean, empty bottle with water and using its precise spout to deliver controlled amounts of water directly to young plants in seedling trays. The key benefit, as explained in the video, is to prevent overwatering, a common pitfall that can lead to the demise of fragile seedlings. The method allows for targeted hydration, ensuring that plants receive adequate moisture without saturating the soil and risking root rot. This practical tip highlights how everyday household items can be ingeniously reused to support successful indoor gardening endeavors.
