10 ways to reuse old milk jugs. Change the way you garden forever

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5. Shovel jugs
Cut up and repurpose that old milk jug by turning it into a garden shovel or a sweep pan for the home. The plastic of the jug is nice and sturdy, so this DIY is bound to last a while.

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6. Scoop jugs
Once you cut off the side to make a small garden shovel, use the top as a nice big scoop for birdseed, mulch, sand or anything else you have bagged and hanging around.

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7. Plant labels
If you’ve already used the jug for another project, take the leftovers and use them for plant labels. Cut the leftovers into strips, then grab a permanent marker and you’re ready to label all your gardens plants. Super simple!

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8. Hanging tomato planter
You’ve probably seen these hanging tomato plants before, but why pay for one when you can make it yourself? Even better, make it out of something you were going to throw away! This DIY is quick and easy, and you’re going to love the results.

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9. Potting hack
This hack is one of the smartest we’ve seen yet. Next time you have one of those big pots to fill, stuff the bottom with milk jugs. This way, that big planter isn’t filled with tons of (expensive) and heavy soil — only enough for the plant.

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10. Mini greenhouse
When you first plant a seedling, sometimes they need a little help along the way. Next time this happens, cut off the bottom of a milk jug and use it to make a little greenhouse over your plant. This will help keep it nice and warm so that it grows into a healthy plant.