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1. Marilee Lowman says

   March 19, 2021 at 3:19 pm

   I picked up a discarded shoe rack someone left behind when moving out so I turned it into a plant rack. First, in order to accomplish my plan, I needed to remove a rod from every other level. Next, I set window boxes from Dollar Tree (smaller than most) into the levels. I could fit two per level with a space left that fits a 6″ clay pot. Finally, I set plants in their pots (so I can easily remove for deep watering or haircuts) into each box. Two per box was a perfect fit using 4″ and 6″ pots. Now, where there was space for 2 or 3 plants before, I can now fit up to 25. However, my cat chews, so I leave the lower rows empty except for decorations. I’d post a photo, but there’s not an option. This “shoe-plant” rack is a basic rack from Amazon with powder coated rails (waterproof) attached to a metal frame on wheels. Yes, I can easily roll it to another position or area if needed. It was trash and now it’s my treasure!!

2. ashley says

   March 22, 2021 at 12:49 pm

   Wow Marilee, that sounds like a fantastic project! Thanks for sharing the details with us. Sorry we can’t show photos!

3. Khalilah Hall says

   April 22, 2021 at 1:04 pm

   Thanks for this!!

4. Alex says

   July 14, 2021 at 12:06 pm

   Will the wood that forms the structure of the moss pole not eventually rot as the moss is watered?

5. ashley says

   July 14, 2021 at 3:56 pm

   Hi Alex,
   Yes, wood of any kind will eventually begin to breakdown, especially with the presence of moisture. However, a harder wood such as oak will outperform something like untreated pine. I just made one out of 1/2” pvc wrapped in coir liner (such as used in hanging baskets) for my Swiss cheese plant. That’s a good option for larger plants or if you’re concerned about it breaking down too quickly!
   — Kristin at FSG