DIY indoor gardening idea
Our friends the Farm Chicks (a.k.a. Country Living contributing editors Teri Edwards and Serena Thompson) shared this idea for a fun winter gardening project that could also be made into a gift.
What is a Bulb Forcer?
Basically you are trying to "trick" a spring bulb into blooming in the winter time. It's a fun way to bring gardening indoors and enjoy flowers during cold months.
How to Make the Vase
Just remove the label from a plastic water bottle, cut it in half with a sharp knife or scissors, then invert the top half into the bottom portion. Tape the two pieces together, then cover with pretty paper. For gift giving, include a paperwhite bulb and a note reminding the gift recipient to place the bulb root side down and fill the bottle with just enough water to cover the bulb's base. Order bulbs at smithandhawken.com.
Learn more about Forcing Bulbs.
More from Country Living:
DIY Christmas Gifts
Gifts for the Gardener
Christmas Tree Farms
Forced Bulb Planter
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