Instead of discarding the net packaging that often surrounds supermarket produce like limes, garlic, or oranges, consider repurposing it into a charming garden decoration. Erin, the creator behind the TikTok account @theknottygarden, has shared a simple yet effective method for transforming this waste into a beautiful bouquet holder for mason jars.
How to Create a Netting Bouquet
Erin demonstrated the process in a TikTok video. Start by placing the netting over the top of a clean mason jar. Then, screw on a lid that has a gap or hole in it, ensuring the netting is secured tightly. Trim any excess netting from around the lid. The remaining netting will create a grid of small holes across the jar's opening.
Next, insert individual flower stems into each hole. Erin used flowers cut from her own garden, arranging them to form a stunning bouquet. The netting holds the stems in place, allowing for easy replacement when flowers wilt. The finished product is an attractive, free decoration that can brighten any indoor or outdoor space.
Additional Gardening Tips from @theknottygarden
Erin also shared several other practical gardening hacks. She suggested sifting old potting soil to reuse it, saving money and reducing waste. For climbing plants, she recommended using an upside-down tomato cage combined with a bamboo tripod to create a taller, sturdier trellis. Another tip involves using a stainless steel strainer or colander as an in-ground composter, which helps enrich the soil. For those going on holiday, she advised placing plants in a kids' pool to keep them watered automatically.
These tips have resonated with viewers, with one commenter calling the netting idea “really good” and noting it could brighten any room or garden. Erin, who holds a Master of Science degree, emphasizes that her hacks are designed to save time, money, and effort while increasing garden enjoyment. She grows a variety of plants in her modest urban backyard and offers a free seed starting guide for zones 3-10.
By reusing net packaging and applying these simple techniques, gardeners can enhance their outdoor spaces sustainably and creatively.
