💧 How to Make a Drip Irrigation System with Plastic Bottles ♻️
Want to water your plants efficiently while saving time and reusing old plastic bottles? This DIY drip irrigation system is simple, eco-friendly, and perfect for gardens, pots, or balcony plants 🪴🌞.
🛠️ Materials Needed
🥤 1 or more plastic bottles (1.5L or 2L)
✂️ Scissors or a cutter
🪡 Needle or small nail (to make holes)
🌿 Plants you want to water
🧤 Gloves (optional for safety)
🪄 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Bottle
Remove the label 🏷️
Rinse it with clean water 💦
2️⃣ Make the Holes
Use a needle 🔥 (heated for easier piercing) or a small nail 🪡
Make 2–4 small holes in the cap (for slow dripping)
3️⃣ Fill the Bottle
Fill with clean water 💧
You can add liquid fertilizer 🌱 for extra plant nutrition
4️⃣ Place the Bottle in the Soil
Option 1: Bury the bottle upside down, cap facing roots 🌿
Option 2: Make holes on the sides near the bottom, and lay it next to the plant
5️⃣ Let It Drip
The water will slowly drip into the soil, keeping it moist without overwatering ⏳
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