FLEA MARKET GARDENING: RECYCLED TIRE PLANTER Part 2
Sharon Wolff In order to create an inverted tire planter, it is necessary to obtain a soft, pliable tire. Found these two old cart tires at the flea market last week for $6 and couldn't wait to get to work. STEP 1 : 2 worn, soft tires. About 14" diameter STEP 2 : Outline the petals with chalk or contrasting marker STEP 3 : Use a utility knife or box cutter and follow along the outlines. This tire was so soft, it took only 10 minutes to do the cutting. STEP 4 : Turn tire inside out. Not too hard, since tire was soft and pliable. When inverted, the rim becomes a pedestal! STEP 5 : Spray paint top portion. Be sure to paint inside the petals as they will be visible. Priming is not necessary and you can use any type of outdoor spray paint. STEP 6 : Spray paint bottom portion and rim The center of the rim has a hole for built-in drainage. I recommend lining tire with garden cloth. Can't wait to fill it! *Please note that tire plan...