{"title":"Plastic Free Gardening","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNatural rubber: a better way\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNatural rubber is a completely sustainable product, grown by small farmers or on plantations. Plastic Free Gardening only sources from suppliers who can demonstrate that their plantations have not replaced natural forests. Due to the currently extremely low price of natural rubber, many rubber plantations are threatened with conversion to palm oil or beef production. By purchasing our seed trays and other rubber products, you are helping to ensure the survival of a valuable natural resource.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRubber trees are tapped by smallholder farmers or plantation workers, which represents an important source of income. As a member of the Fair Rubber Association , we pay our main suppliers a Fair Trade premium around 40% above world market prices. This helps improve the working and living conditions of primary producers and ensures environmentally friendly, sustainable production. Our natural rubber is also FSC-certified.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nutscene-oak-wooden-plant-labels","title":"Nutscene Oak Wooden Plant Labels","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese are no ordinary plant labels! Made from beautiful FSC certified sustainable British Oak, these fantastic wooden plant labels are the perfect choice for identifying any vegetable, herb or plant in your garden. They're easy to use, simply write the name of the plant you wish to identify with the pencil provided and place in the soil, next to or in front of the relevant plant. Hey presto! You'll have a delightful plant label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy should you choose wooden plant labels?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooden plant labels, particularly our Nutscene wooden oak plant labels are a fantastic sustainable alternative to the typical plastic plant labels you receive with seedlings, seeds and the like. Made from sensibly sourced FSC certified British Oak they'll last year after year, and can simply be re-used again and again. The fact they use FSC wood means that you can guarantee that by choosing these labels, you're supporting sustainable forestry practices and the maintenance of British woodland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey're just as simple as plastic plant labels, you simply write directly onto the label with the pencil provided or a marker of your choosing and voila! Your label is ready to go. You can then just pop it on your garden. Wood is also very aesthetically pleasing, so when you look around your eyes won't be drawn to any unsightly white plastic plant labels, simply beautiful natural Oak wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a wooden plant label instead of a typical plastic one means you'll be helping to reduce the amount of plastic that enters the environment. Choosing wood instead of plastic reduces demand for single use plastic products such as plant labels, this helps ensure less plastic waste enters our oceans and means you're helping reduce the impact of plastic on already vulnerable sea wildlife. End of life they are completely compostable and can just be mulched down for use in the garden - though we're sure they'll last for years and years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I re-use my Oak wooden plant labels?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends on what medium you've used to write on the surface of the wood. If you've used the pencil provided, you can simply use a standard eraser to remove the graphite pencil marks from the wood surface. It'll be ready to go again in less than thirty seconds - no problem!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've used something a little more permanent such as marker pen, it will take a little more effort, but it is doable. You just have to get your hands on some sand paper or similar. Scrub the surface and the marker pen until it comes off, leaving the clear sanded wood behind. You'll then have a lovely clean wooden surface to write on again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can clean these wooden plant labels up again and again, season after season - they're certainly not a single use product!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow can I use more natural products when gardening?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing more sustainable, natural garden products into your gardening tool kit is something we really want to encourage you to do. These days there's some absolutely wonderful natural alternatives to typically plastic-made products that you could introduce as like for like swaps. Lots are actually better than the man-made options as they biodegrade down and help enrich the soil whilst doing their job too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust a few ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGather a collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/collections\/gardening-products\" title=\"Gardening collection\"\u003ejute mulch mats\u003c\/a\u003e - get a variety of sizes (or even a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/jute-mulch-mats-variety-pack-of-60\" title=\"Jute Mulch Mats Variety Pack of 60\"\u003ehandy variety pack\u003c\/a\u003e) they're a fantastic weed defence and water retention device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwap your plastic garden twine for some natural \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/nutscene-flax-garden-twine\" title=\"Nutscene Flax Garden Twine\"\u003eflax\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/nutscene-jute-garden-twine\" title=\"Nutscene Jute Garden Twine\"\u003ejute\u003c\/a\u003e twine. It'll do the job just as well without the environmental price tag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstead of using plastic tarpaulin to mulch, why not try some of our natural wool and jute hessian \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/sheep-wool-garden-felt\" title=\"Sheep Wool Garden Felt\"\u003egarden felt\u003c\/a\u003e?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwap easy to crack plastic plant pots for beautiful \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/fair-zone-rubber-planters-pack-of-6\" title=\"Fair Zone Rubber Planters\"\u003erubber alternatives\u003c\/a\u003e you can use again and again each season. The same with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/plastic-free-gardening-rubber-seed-tray\" title=\"Rubber Seed Tray\"\u003eseedling trays\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange out plastic skewers for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/collections\/gardening-products\/products\/bamboo-skewers-pack-of-40\" title=\"Bamboo Skewers\"\u003enatural bamboo pegs\u003c\/a\u003e, a simple swap that you won't even notice!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nutscene","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46016126353714,"sku":"NWPL06","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/7322\/5010\/files\/Nutscenewoodenplantlabels.jpg?v=1690967545"},{"product_id":"fair-zone-rubber-planters-pack-of-6","title":"Fair Zone Rubber Plant Pots Pack of 6","description":"\u003ch4\u003eWhat is Fair Trade Rubber?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fair Rubber Association was founded on June 21, 2012, with the aim to apply the principles of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fairtrade.org.uk\/what-is-fairtrade\/\" title=\"What is Fairtrade?, Fairtrade website\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efair trade\u003c\/a\u003e to products made of natural rubber, so that the tappers and small farmers involved in obtaining the raw latex milk (raw rubber) get help improving their living and working conditions. They currently pay a fair trade premium of EUR 0.50 kg\/DRC (Dry Rubber Content). The farmers, plantation workers and tappers decide for themselves how they want to use the Fair Trade premium; whether that be access to clean drinking water, grants for students, or anything else that will benefit the workers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Fair Trade Rubber Planters are the perfect pots for your garden project. Natural rubber is a climate and environmentally friendly rubber; so friendly in fact, that the trees from which the natural rubber is tapped absorb more carbon dioxide than the tropical rainforest because of their high leaf density. On the other hand, synthetic\/artificial rubber is made with fossil energy, contributing to global warming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy use these planters instead of regular plastic planters?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlastic plant pots (PP, LDPE, HDPE) are lightweight and cheap, but once they’re broken and unusable, they’re difficult to recycle due to pigments used in the process of their manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Rubber Planters are long-lasting, durable, reusable, and because of the flexibility of natural rubber, plants can easily be detached for repotting. They’re made from fairly traded FCS certified natural rubber, which is sustainable and renewable, and once these natural rubber planters have reached the end of their long life, they’re biodegradable too; so they’re better for the environment all-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard plastic planters and containers, while have been useful for gardeners, are not good for the planet. It’s estimated that there are around 500 million plastic plant pots in circulation each year, just in the UK alone. Not only is this an issue itself, but research undertaken by Horticulture Week in 2019 uncovered that a staggering 87% of councils that could recycle plastic plant pots, won’t. They instead get sent to landfills, where they take more than 400 years to completely break down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is plastic-free gardening? \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlastic-free gardening is exactly what it sounds like – gardening with no plastic! More and more people are turning to biodegradable and environmentally friendly products instead of the common, plastic alternatives, and together, we should be encouraging others to do the same. Of course, it’s not easy to just start using no plastic, especially considering gardeners are surrounded by plastic, whether it be seed trays, plant pots, compost bags or other GYO (Grow Your Own) accessories. Even just cutting down on the amount of new plastic you use by reusing the plastic you already have and buying plastic-free where you can would be a great start towards removing all the plastic from your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatives to plastic are slowly becoming more and more readily available, whether that’s plant pots, seed trays, or the plants themselves (most of the time you can just pop into your local garden centre and buy plants or seeds in some sort of plastic container, but if you take a bit of time to shop around in the right season, you might just be able to get them plastic-free!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo you have any other plastic-free gardening products?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, plenty! In fact, pretty much all our gardening products are natural and plastic-free. As well as these Rubber Planters, we have our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/plastic-free-gardening-rubber-root-trainer\" title=\"Rubber Root Trainer\"\u003enatural rubber root trainers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/plastic-free-gardening-rubber-seed-tray\" title=\"Rubber Seed Tray\"\u003enatural rubber seed trays\u003c\/a\u003e, and a whole range of wool garden products including \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/mulch-shillies\" title=\"Mulch Shillies\"\u003efelt shillies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/3-5l-sheep-wool-pellets\" title=\"Sheep Wool Pellets\"\u003ewool pellets\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/sheep-wool-garden-fleece\" title=\"Sheep Wool Garden Fleece\"\u003egarden fleece\u003c\/a\u003e. We also have lots of jute products like our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/jute-mulch-mats-variety-pack-of-60%20natural-garden\" title=\"Jute Mulch Mat variety pack of 60\"\u003emulch mats\u003c\/a\u003e, hanging basket liners and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/jute-mulch-roll\" title=\"Jute Mulch Roll\"\u003ejute roll for larger areas\u003c\/a\u003e. Have a look around and see what other plastic-free items you could use in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fair Zone","offers":[{"title":"Cerulean Blue","offer_id":46018519400754,"sku":"RPL001-01","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fresh Green","offer_id":46018519433522,"sku":"RPL001-02","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey","offer_id":46018519466290,"sku":"RPL001-03","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Coral","offer_id":46018519531826,"sku":"RPL001-04","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/7322\/5010\/files\/PetrolBluerubberplanterx6.jpg?v=1690989127"},{"product_id":"plastic-free-gardening-rubber-seed-tray","title":"Plastic Free Gardening Rubber Seed Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable, flexible natural rubber seed trays that make growing from seed easier and kinder to the planet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike disposable plastic trays that crack and break, these FSC-certified rubber trays last for years and make transplanting seedlings effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReusable for years – robust natural rubber won't crack like plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy seedling removal – flexible design lets you pop plants out without damaging roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFair trade certified – supports sustainable rubber farming communities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFSC natural rubber from renewable, forest-friendly sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 6, 20 or 30 cell options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy choose rubber over plastic seed trays?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReusable and long-lasting\u003c\/strong\u003e – Each rubber seed tray is made from robust natural rubber that stands the test of time. Use them year after year without the cracks and breaks common with cheap plastic trays. While plastic versions might seem cheaper initially, they often need replacing after one or two seasons. These rubber trays save you money long-term and eliminate unnecessary plastic waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainable and renewable source\u003c\/strong\u003e – Plastic trays are made from fossil fuels. Our rubber version comes from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fsc.org\/en\" title=\"FSC website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFSC natural rubber\u003c\/a\u003e, sourced sustainably from suppliers who preserve biological diversity and haven't replaced natural forests with plantations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to remove seedlings\u003c\/strong\u003e – The flexible rubber design is a game-changer at transplanting time. Simply push on the rubber bottom to pop seedlings out cleanly. The soil retains its shape, keeping roots intact for a stress-free transfer – like a plant version of silicone baking trays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow are these seed trays fair trade?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural rubber is grown by small farmers and plantation workers, but current market prices don't even cover production costs. Because these trays come from a Fair Rubber Association member, they pay primary suppliers a fair trade premium of EUR 0.50 kg\/DRC – presently almost 40% above world market prices (similar to what we do with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/pages\/operation-wool\" title=\"Operation Wool page\"\u003eOperation Wool\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis premium improves working and living conditions for producers and ensures environmentally friendly, sustainable production. Your purchase helps protect rubber plantations from conversion to palm oil or beef production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to use your rubber seed tray\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosely fill cells with seed compost (no need to wet it first)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant seeds according to packet instructions, or start seedlings in coir coins and transplant using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/products\/dalefoot-peat-free-wool-compost\" title=\"Dalefoot Peat Free Wool Compost\"\u003eDalefoot wool compost\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor small seeds (basil, mustard), leave uncovered; for larger seeds or those requiring darkness, cover with a thin compost layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel your trays so you know what you've planted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently with a spray bottle to avoid washing out seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace trays on water-soaked \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/products\/sheep-wool-garden-felt\" title=\"Sheep Wool Garden Felt\"\u003esheep wool garden felt\u003c\/a\u003e for steady moisture supply via capillary action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen roots emerge from the base holes, seedlings are ready for transplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor sweet peas, maincrop beans and peas, or trees, we recommend our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/products\/plastic-free-gardening-rubber-root-trainer\" title=\"Rubber Root Trainer\"\u003erubber root trainers\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMore plastic-free gardening products\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/collections\/gardening-products\" title=\"Gardening collection\"\u003enatural, plastic-free gardening products\u003c\/a\u003e including \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/products\/plastic-free-gardening-rubber-root-trainer\" title=\"Rubber Root Trainer\"\u003enatural rubber root trainers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/collections\/plant-protection\/products\/mulch-shillies\" title=\"Mulch Shillies\"\u003efelt shillies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/collections\/plant-protection\/products\/3-5l-sheep-wool-pellets\" title=\"Sheep Wool Pellets\"\u003ewool pellets\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/collections\/plant-protection\/products\/sheep-wool-garden-fleece\" title=\"Sheep Wool Garden Fleece\"\u003egarden fleece\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/products\/jute-mulch-mats-variety-pack-of-60%20natural-garden\" title=\"Jute Mulch Mat variety pack\"\u003ejute mulch mats\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/products\/jute-hanging-basket-liners-pack-of-2\" title=\"Jute Hanging Basket Liners\"\u003ehanging basket liners\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimneysheep.co.uk\/products\/jute-mulch-roll\" title=\"Jute Mulch Roll\"\u003ejute roll for larger areas\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart your seeds sustainably – choose natural rubber seed trays that work harder and last longer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plastic Free Gardening","offers":[{"title":"20 cell seed tray","offer_id":46018945810738,"sku":"GP005-01","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 cell seed tray","offer_id":46018945843506,"sku":"GP005-02","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 cell seed tray","offer_id":56705128661370,"sku":"GP005-03","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/7322\/5010\/files\/20_Cell_Seed_Tray_11.jpg?v=1692709755"},{"product_id":"plastic-free-gardening-rubber-root-trainer","title":"Plastic Free Gardening Rubber Root Trainer","description":"\u003ch4\u003eWhat sort of plant varieties should I plant in this rubber root trainer?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rubber root trainer is great for any seeds, seedlings plugs and cuttings of plant varieties that are sensitive to root disturbance or require deep root beds. We love using them for sweet peas, maincrop beans and peas, for trees (particularly when we are growing trees for our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/pages\/buy-land-plant-trees\" title=\"Buy Land Plant Trees page\"\u003eBuy Land Plant Trees project\u003c\/a\u003e) and for taking cuttings. The root trainers force the plant roots to grow down and deep which the legumes varieties love. The cutting's roots bulk up more quickly giving you stronger plants, quicker. For trees, the deep-reaching roots will add further stability which helps when they get to be planted out. These ones also have unique ridges on the inside of the cells to ensure the development of a healthy root system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving said that, they are great for any seed really but if a long root run isn’t your main aim, take a look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/plastic-free-gardening-rubber-seed-tray\" title=\"Rubber Seed Tray\"\u003erubber seed trays\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy is this rubber root trainer better than plastic ones?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rubber root trainers are a more sustainable and practical option than the conventional plastic root trainers for a number of reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable and long-lasting\u003c\/strong\u003e – each of the rubber root trainers is made of a robust natural rubber. This means that they will stand the test of time and can be used, year after year. Many of the plastic ones you find in garden centres, although are cheaper, often crack or break after one or two uses. What does that mean? They get thrown away and new ones are bought year after year. That extra plastic waste isn’t great for the environment (as we all know) and financially, you aren’t much better off as you are spending money year after year. These reusable, rubber root trainers prevent all of that. Win, win!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSustainable and renewable source\u003c\/strong\u003e – the plastic root trainers are made from disposable plastic that is made using fossil fuels. Again, we are all well versed that this isn’t environmentally friendly. Our rubber version is made from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fsc.org\/en\" title=\"FSC website\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFSC natural rubber\u003c\/a\u003e. This means that it comes from a sustainable and renewable source and from suppliers who preserve the biological diversity of the natural forest. The rubber plantations are also certified not to have replaced natural forests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to remove seedlings\u003c\/strong\u003e – as well as being environmentally better than the plastic seed tray, the rubber seed trays are practically better too, which is why we love them so much. When ready to plant out your seedlings, root trainers have a mechanism where you can open each cell. Although some of the plastic ones do this as well, we’ve found that due to the robust and flexible nature of the rubber, when you pop our bundles out, they release a lot easier and the soil retains its shape better which keeps the roots intact and makes for an easy and stress-free transfer!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow are these root trainers fair trade?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the plastics industry, which is controlled by a few massive multinationals, natural rubber is an entirely sustainable product, which is grown by small farmers or on plantations. Due to the extremely low current price of natural rubber, a lot of rubber plantings are under threat from conversion to palm oil or beef production. So when you buy these rubber root trainers, you ensure the survival of a valuable, natural resource.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRubber trees are tapped by small scale farmers or plantation workers, in theory providing an important source of revenue however, at present the price for natural rubber does not even cover the cost of production. But because these come from a supplier who is a member of the Fair Rubber Association, they pay our primary suppliers a fair trade premium of EUR 0.50 kg\/DRC (Dry Rubber Content) – at present almost 40% above world market prices (similar to what we do with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/pages\/operation-wool\" title=\"Operation Wool page\"\u003eOperation Wool\u003c\/a\u003e). This helps to improve the working and living conditions of the primary producers and ensures environmentally friendly, sustainable production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I use this root trainer?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust like you would use a regular root trainer really! Here are some simple steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosely fill your cells with seed compost (no need to wet it first).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe like to start our seedlings off in our coir seed coins and then transplant them into the root trainer using the Dalefoot wool compost. You can plant your seeds straight in if you like using seed compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf planting seeds straight in, place two to four seeds on the surface of the compost, and gently press the seeds down so they're nestled in nicely. Make sure you refer to the seed packet for the correct depth to plant the seeds and then cover them with a layer of compost to germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon’t forget to label your trays to ensure you know what you’ve planted (we are speaking from experience here!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently water the cells, with a spray bottle, taking care not to wash out any compost or the seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe then like to place our root trainers onto a length of water-soaked \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/sheep-wool-garden-felt\" title=\"Sheep Wool Garden Felt\"\u003esheep wool garden felt\u003c\/a\u003e as it acts as a brilliant capillary matting. The wool absorbs and holds the water really well. The small holes in the base of each cell in the tray enable the moisture to slowly be reabsorbed back into the compost, ensuring that your plants get a steady supply of moisture rather than soaking and drying. You can use this in the bottom of larger pots or on the surface of your garden beds as extra support and protection when planting out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are using a propagator, you can place the cell tray in your propagator, with the lid on. Once you see roots emerging from the holes in the base of the cell your seedlings will be ready for transplanting into larger pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat other plastic-free gardening products do you have?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOh we have lots! In fact, pretty much all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/collections\/gardening-products\" title=\"Gardening collection\"\u003eour gardening products\u003c\/a\u003e are natural and plastic-free. We have our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/plastic-free-gardening-rubber-seed-tray\" title=\"Rubber Seed Tray\"\u003enatural rubber seed trays\u003c\/a\u003e and a whole range of wool garden products including \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/mulch-shillies\" title=\"Mulch Shillies\"\u003efelt shillies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/3-5l-sheep-wool-pellets\" title=\"Sheep Wool Pellets\"\u003ewool pellets\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/sheep-wool-garden-fleece\" title=\"Sheep Wool Garden Fleece\"\u003egarden fleece\u003c\/a\u003e. We also have lots of jute products like our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/collections\/gardening-products\" title=\"Gardening collection\"\u003emulch mats\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/jute-hanging-basket-liners-pack-of-2\" title=\"Hanging Basket Liners\"\u003ehanging basket liners\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/jute-mulch-roll\" title=\"Jute Mulch Roll\"\u003ejute roll for larger areas\u003c\/a\u003e. Have a good gander and see what you could use in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plastic Free Gardening","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46039116906802,"sku":"GP006","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/7322\/5010\/files\/8_Cell_Rootcoach_Roottrainer_Plastic_Free_Gardening_1.jpg?v=1691054288"},{"product_id":"rowan-metal-rectangular-planter","title":"Rowan Metal Rectangular Planter","description":"\u003ch4\u003eWhy should I choose a metal rectangular planter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylish, yet robust and practical metal window boxes are the perfect choice to display your favourite array of beautiful plants. Metal rectangular planters work perfectly inside or outside, they're lovely to look at, easy to use, yet still tough enough to withstand whatever the British weather might throw at them. These particular balcony planters are completely plastic-free and have been coated with a glossy powder paint coating which is weather resistant and colourful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicking a metal planter is a great environmentally conscious choice to make, not only will they last significantly longer than their fragile plastic alternatives, they can be completely recycled at the end of life by all local recycling centers. You also reduce the risk of microplastic contamination within the plants themselves, which is especially important to consider if you plan on planting fruit or vegetable plants within your planter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicroplastics within the food chain is something the world is slowly becoming more aware of. It is now thought that the majority of humans on planet earth have \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greenqueen.com.hk\/microplastic-pollution-german-study-finds-plastic-byproducts-in-over-97-of-children-tested\/\" title=\"Microplastic pollution information, Green Queen website\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edetectable levels of nanoplastics\u003c\/a\u003e within their bodies, some of which will have come up through the food chain- from our use of plastics within the food growing process. A very scary thought!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat can I plant in a window planter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll kinds! Let your imagination run away with this one. You might want to take into account your choice of colour when it comes to planting your favourite plant or flower. But with such an array of beautiful pastel shades, you won't be stuck for complimentary plant choices. Or, you could always purchase one of each if you can't quite decide!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre there other plastic-free gardening choices I can make?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely! Here at Chimney Sheep we're all about trying to make environmentally friendly alternatives as easy to access as possible. We feel that making plastic-free swaps in the garden should be easy. That's why we have an entire range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/collections\/gardening-products\" title=\"Gardening collection\"\u003enatural gardening products\u003c\/a\u003e. They're all plastic-free where possible and try to make the best use of the natural materials we have available to us - whilst still being effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy not take a peek at our range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/fair-zone-rubber-planters-pack-of-6\" title=\"Fair Zone Rubber Planters\"\u003eplastic free pots\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/plastic-free-gardening-rubber-seed-tray\" title=\"Rubber Seed Tray\"\u003eseedling trays\u003c\/a\u003e? Or take a peek at our natural jute hessian \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/collections\/gardening-products\" title=\"Gardening collection\"\u003emulch mats\u003c\/a\u003e, or even our sheep wool \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/sheep-wool-garden-felt\" title=\"Sheep Wool Garden Felt\"\u003egarden felt\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rowan Gardening Accessories","offers":[{"title":"Cream","offer_id":46039849795890,"sku":"RMPC01","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Grey","offer_id":46039849828658,"sku":"RMPG01","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Green","offer_id":46039849861426,"sku":"RMPG02","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":46039849894194,"sku":"RMPP01","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Light Grey","offer_id":48925515088178,"sku":"RMPLG01","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":48925515120946,"sku":"RMPB01","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/7322\/5010\/files\/CreamRectangeBucket1.jpg?v=1691055682"},{"product_id":"rowan-metal-plant-pot","title":"Rowan Metal Plant Pot","description":"\u003ch4\u003eHow can I use a metal plant pot?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell, in reality there's all kinds of uses for a metal garden plant pot. Ours in particular are wonderfully colourful, meaning they'll suit pretty much any style or colourway - and bring a little pop of colour to any room or garden. They are a great plastic-free alternative to traditional plastic plant pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou could use this metal pot for anything really. From storage, to plant pot, to water catcher, or simple display piece, our metal planters are both practical and lovely to look at. They're made of strong metal coated in a weatherproof glossy powder paint coating - so they're perfect for use indoors or outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe'd suggest using this metal planter for displaying your favourite plant or flower, and adding a little personality into your yard or garden. It can be used like any other pot, you may just need to consider the addition of drainage holes as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I maintain my metal plant pot?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ones easy, because each metal planter is coated in a glossy weatherproof powder paint coating they are incredibly durable and weather resistant. In reality the pots should require pretty much no maintenance at all. If they get a little dirty, you simply have to wipe the item clean with a damp cloth. If it's particularly dirty on the inside, you could rinse out under the tap or with a hosepipe - you won't cause the metal pot any damage by getting it wet. It's incredibly durable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colourful nature of this painted metal plant pot means it's perfect for use indoors or outside, so it's just a matter of keeping the item as clean as you like. Even the worst of the British weather won't damage it. If you happen to chip a little of the coating off, simply seal over the exposed metal with a little clear varnish or similar to protect it from rusting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of life, these metal plant pots are entirely recyclable, and it can simply be donated to your local recycling centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat else do I need to know about plastic-free gardening?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe think plastic free gardening is one of the best steps to take towards a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Eliminating plastic products from your garden is one of the easier leaps to make, as there's tonnes of excellent like-for-like swaps you can make to more environmentally friendly choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlastic pollution is one of the world's biggest environmental threats right now, and it is continuing to grow. In 2020 alone, it was estimated that the UK consumed over \u003ca title=\"Statista website\" href=\"https:\/\/statista.com\/statistics\/1269387\/plastic-on-market-and-plastic-waste-united-kingdom\/#:~:text=Yearly%20quantity%20of%20plastics%20placed,the%20UK%20as%20of%202020\u0026amp;text=It%20is%20estimated%20that%204.9,approximately%20three%20quarters%20becomes%20waste.\"\u003e4.9 trillion tonnes of plastic\u003c\/a\u003e, of which over three quarters became waste. Huge quantities of plastic enters our waterways, oceans and ecosystems. It causes damage to habitats, injures wildlife and just lingers, polluting our wonderful environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwapping to plastic-free gardening products is just one step you can take to help counteract this pollution. Choose natural mulching products such as our sheep's wool \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/sheep-wool-garden-felt\" title=\"Sheep Wool Garden Felt\"\u003egarden felt\u003c\/a\u003e, or natural jute hessian \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/collections\/gardening-products\" title=\"Gardening collection\"\u003emulch mats\u003c\/a\u003e instead of plastic tarpaulin. Or ditching plastic pots in favour of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/fair-zone-rubber-planters-pack-of-6\" title=\"Fair Zone Rubber Planters\"\u003erubber\u003c\/a\u003e - it's as simple as that!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rowan Gardening Accessories","offers":[{"title":"Grey","offer_id":46040299471154,"sku":"CMGPB01","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream","offer_id":46040299503922,"sku":"CMMGPC01","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":46040299536690,"sku":"CMGPG01","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":46040299569458,"sku":"CMGPP01","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/7322\/5010\/files\/BlackBucket1HIRes.jpg?v=1691057311"},{"product_id":"metal-hanging-basket","title":"Rowan Metal Hanging Basket","description":"\u003cp\u003eHow do I use my metal hanging basket?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst of all ensure you've a hook secured to the wall or fence you wish to hang your basket from. You'll need that later!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine your hanging basket with a hanging basket liner. Ensure you pick a size that corresponds to the diameter of your hanging basket. We'd strongly recommend choosing something natural such as our jute hanging basket liners. They're biodegradable, absorbent and breathable, making them an excellent choice for most plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill your lined hanging basket loosely with compost. It's a good idea to pick a compost that has good nitrate content, such as our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/dalefoot-peat-free-wool-compost\" title=\"Dalefoot Peat Free Wool Compost\"\u003e100% natural organic sheep's wool compost\u003c\/a\u003e. Nitrates are essential for plant growth and strength, so it makes sense to give your precious plant an ample supply!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a hole in the centre and gently pot your plant as per its planting instructions. Ensure you gently firm it into place so it's nice and secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy not sprinkle a few \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/3-5l-sheep-wool-pellets\" title=\"Sheep Wool Pellets\"\u003ewool pellets\u003c\/a\u003e on top of the compost? They're excellent natural slug repellent, and they're fabulous at storing water - ensuring your plant stays hydrated between top ups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHang up your basket and enjoy!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your plants have finished flowering simply empty the basket carefully, taking time to detangle the roots. You can then separate the plants and re-pot them. If you do this, you're able to hang different varieties of plants depending on the season, and as a bonus, will have some lovely potted plants ready for next year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeasonal hanging basket ideas:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHanging baskets aren't just for summer! Spruce up your planters year round with a variety of different plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpring flowers?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpt for a basket full of yellow Daffodils, or pastel purple Crocuses!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy not curate your basket with some spring greenery? Add a few bulbs of Allium or Dill to break up the wall of colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWant a summer bloom?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo bright and bold! Choose a variety of brightly coloured Marigolds, Petunias, Lilacs and Hibiscus. You've all the colours of the rainbow to choose from for a vibrant summer basket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy not think ahead to the summer heatwaves and pop a layer of protective shillies on top - keep the water in the soil where it should be!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAutumn colours\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook no further than Crocosmia, Sedum or Aster. Not only do these plants have a wonderful colour palette, they're resistant to the channging autumn temperatures too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou could also try a mini-tree hanging basket. Take advantage of those beautiful changing leaves and hang a little dwarf Japanese Maple and admire those colours. (Don't forget to pot your tree after you're finished!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCheer-up winter basket\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDreary cold weather? Don't despair. Winter flowering Lavender, Pansies and Snowdrops will still happily bloom. They're perfect for a cheery winter basket! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorried about harsh frost? Keep a warm layer to hand such as our sheep's wool garden fleece. Simply give your basket a woolly jacket in preparation for those extra cold days of midwinter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy do you sell metal hanging baskets?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHanging baskets are widely available, you'll find them lining the shelves of most garden or DIY centres - they're pretty easy to get a hold of really. But, nearly all baskets available in shops or online contain plastic (even the wooden ones)! It's actually incredibly tricky to get your hands on a hanging planter that's entirely plastic-free - which is why we added one to our range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough wooden or plastic hanging planters do the job, they're just not of the same caliber as a crafted metal hanging basket. Wooden ones tend to break down after a couple of uses and plastic ones, well...they're made of plastic!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoiding plastic is also one of the kindest things you can do for the environment. Our constant use of plastic products has led to all kinds of biological disasters. From plastic pollution in the ocean physically harming aquatic wildlife, to 'biodegradable' plastics leaching microplastics into the water table and food chain. Plastic is everywhere and it doesn't seem to be going away any time soon. So, why not ditch the plastic garden products in favour of the crafted metal kind?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur hanging baskets are made entirely of metal, with a readily recyclable powder paint coating. So, no tacky plastic cover, making these metal hanging planters entirely plastic-free!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.azahner.com\/blog\/metal-sustainability\" title=\"Metal Sustainability, Azahner website\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMetal is a fantastically eco-conscious choice\u003c\/a\u003e.  Not only is it easy to recycle, it's also incredibly strong and durable. It's perfect for hanging planters you can use again and again. Remember, re-using is one of the most environmental choices you can make, so pick gardening products you can use year in, year out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long will my hanging baskets last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges! You should be able to use them for several years. We chose these particular planters because they're easy to re-use. If you choose to pop a single season plant in there, you can simply remove and compost the plant, leaving the basket ready to use next season. We particularly like this variety of hanging basket because of the powder paint coat - it's less likely to crack than plastic coated options. If your metal hanging basket does eventually perish, it's incredibly easy just to pop it into your home metal recycling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rowan Gardening Accessories","offers":[{"title":"12\"","offer_id":46065752375602,"sku":"MHB001","price":3.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14\"","offer_id":46065752408370,"sku":"MHB002","price":4.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"16\"","offer_id":46065752441138,"sku":"MHB003","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/7322\/5010\/files\/HangingBasketMediumEmpty.jpg?v=1693314549"},{"product_id":"marksman-metal-bucket","title":"Marksman Metal Bucket - 9L","description":"\u003ch4\u003eWhat can I use my galvanised metal bucket for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade of strong galvanised metal, this delightful bucket is incredibly multi-use - exactly why we decided to add it to our range. Made of tough metal, this bucket is impact, water and fire resistant meaning you can use it for a whole host of different activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's also perfectly suited to outdoor use, the galvanised layer means that it is rust and weather resistant, perfect for living in your garden as a tasteful planter, container for your gardening equipment or carrying your garden tools around for a spot of gardening - even during the changeable weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo be completely honest, this bucket is so multipurpose we'd struggle to list everything you could do with it. From having fun with your children in the garden, transporting ash from your open fire (P.S we've a great \u003ca title=\"Chimney Sheep collection\" href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/collections\/chimney-sheep\"\u003echimney draught excluder\u003c\/a\u003e to help you stay warm when your fires not lit too!), or a tough container for cleaning it's got you covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStruggling to decide what to use your bucket for? Here's just a few of many ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA perfect ash bucket - heat-resistant metal won't melt like plastic so it's the perfect place to pop all of that hot ash from your fireplace before it's cool enough to go in the bin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFantastic cleaning container - need something to house a bit of clean water while you're scrubbing down the shower? Or something hardy to carry your bottles of cleaner and cloths, our tough metal bucket has you covered, no need to worry if you accidentally drop it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoing a little DIY? Our metal bucket has plenty of room to house those little wood-shavings, brick dust or little pieces of plasterboard from those weekend home improvements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConscious of your water usage? Tough and durable this galvanised bucket can live outside all year round. Pop it out in the open to catch rainwater and use it to water your plants on dryer days. \u003ca title=\"How to water your garden during a heatwave blog\" href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-water-your-garden-during-a-heatwave\"\u003eDon't forget to check out our blog on how to water your garden during dry weather spells too\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"How to water your garden during a heatwave blog\" href=\"%20https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-water-your-garden-during-a-heatwave\"\u003e!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"How to water your garden during a heatwave blog\" href=\"%20https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-water-your-garden-during-a-heatwave\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you can tell, this metal bucket is the definition of multi-purpose. Not only is it useful, it looks good too, why not give it pride of place in the garden? Show it off as a stylish planter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGalvanised metal buckets make absolutely stunning planters. The tough metal finish gives off rustic, farmhouse vibes, plus they can be used again and again without issue. You also don't have to worry if it's accidentally knocked or dropped, a dent or two would just add to its charm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick your plants! Why not try a mix of black petunias and white geraniums? Something stylish yet a little less bright to let your planter shine!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill some small drainage holes in the bottom, they don't need to be big, your average drill bit will suffice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext scoop a handful of rocks into the bottom, this again is to promote drainage and prevent the soil from hanging on to too much water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill the pot with a good quality peat-free compost such as our \u003ca title=\"Dalefoot Peat Free Compost\" href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/products\/dalefoot-peat-free-wool-compost\"\u003eorganic sheep's wool compost\u003c\/a\u003e, something filled with nitrates and other nutrients to help the plant grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinally pop your plants into their planter, ensure to firm them into place. Why not sprinkle a few \u003ca title=\"Sheep Wool Pellets\" href=\"https:\/\/chimney-sheep.myshopify.com\/collections\/plant-protection\/products\/3-5l-sheep-wool-pellets\"\u003esheep wool pellets\u003c\/a\u003e on top? Perfect for retaining water and boosting soil nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy did you decide to sell metal buckets?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal buckets can be a little bit harder to come by than their plastic counterparts, especially if you're looking in all the usual supermarkets and DIY stores. Our bucket is 100% plastic free, and comes with a strong wooden handle. Strong and practical, yet stylish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe abundance of short-lifetime plastic products concerns us greatly. Your average plastic bucket with plastic handle tends to only last for around 12 months. Buckets are just another cog in the endless cycle of instantly replaceable plastic items we use and discard every year. By choosing metal, a much more durable, stronger alternative, you're not only reducing your own plastic consumption and carbon footprint, but you're also preventing one more plastic bucket going to landfill. It's not our own landfills we're polluting either - \u003ca title=\"The UK's Recycling Overseas article, arkbound.com\" href=\"https:\/\/arkbound.com\/something-not-to-ship-the-uks-recycling-overseas\/#:~:text=The%20Guardian%20reported%20that%20more,immoral%20nature%20is%20no%20secret.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ea lot of UK waste is now sent overseas\u003c\/a\u003e. With the average UK household sending \u003ca title=\"Recycling Facts article, recyclingbins.co.uk website\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recyclingbins.co.uk\/recycling-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eover 40kg of non-biodegradble plastic waste to landfill each year\u003c\/a\u003e, that's a staggering amount of plastic ending up in other countries that are unable to dispose of it safely. A horrifying fact!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlus, many years down the line, when your bucket finally gives up - it's readily home recyclable, so you can rest assured that your bucket will go on to have another purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long will my metal bucket last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite literally years and years. The galvanised layer means that it's oxidation resistant, so it shouldn't rust away easily. The lack of plastic parts also means the bucket is unlikely to crack or snap. 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They have a rubber outer (fair trade of course), a comfy cotton lining to keep your fingers cosy and an elasticated wrist cup to stop any rogue bits of foliage from finding their way in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to their hardiness, they are great for most garden jobs (even the more prickly ones). We’ve used them for pruning roses, clearing brambles, planting bulbs and lots of other little garden jobs without a scratch in sight! 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