Oh my goodness @CrankyYankee litter comes in a jug? That's a crazy use of resources...but good on you for reusing them. So simple to package it in a strong paper bag like large sacks of flour.
I buy in bulk quite a bit and the 5 ltr chunky, robust litre bottles (ex-washing up liquid, hand soap, vinegar, etc) are brilliant for watering. I find 10 ltr watering cans pretty heavy and awkward and fives much easier. I cut off the opening and this makes it easier to fill from a tap, and pour out quicker. Keep them out of the sun and they should last for years (the UV would erode them over time).
@amancalledgeorge I only buy litter in jugs when I can't find the right low-dust formula in a bag, but the jugs are very handy and I must have a dozen scattered around the farm for different uses. Spreading sand on ice, emergency water for flushing toilets when the power goes out, mixing stinky sprays to ward off woodchucks, etc.
New England, USA
Metacomet soil with hints of Woodbridge and Pillsbury
An old saw. Repotting root pruning. Watched someone who is a successful professional nurseryman/woman on the Yew Tubes using one a year or so ago. Works very nicely, quick and tidy.
Probably not great for large specimens with the kind of root that would get too damaged, and need more individual or kinder treatment.
Power drill driver and plasterboard screws. Use with recycled timber for making frames, supports etc. Better than hammer and nails, as just as easy to take appart as to build.
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Repotting root pruning. Watched someone who is a successful professional nurseryman/woman on the Yew Tubes using one a year or so ago.
Works very nicely, quick and tidy.
Probably not great for large specimens with the kind of root that would get too damaged, and need more individual or kinder treatment.