IBC cages in the South East

[sime42]

I'd be using them for water storage I think, suitably reinforced around the sides if necessary. (Water is going to be at a premium soon, as we've had no rain to speak of in weeks now. )

[openspaceman]

2 hours ago, sime42 said:

I'd be using them for water storage I think, suitably reinforced around the sides if necessary. (Water is going to be at a premium soon, as we've had no rain to speak of in weeks now. )

Might as well bury or cover them to stop algal growth.

 

I got the submersible pump out to pump water from the capped well into two butts today as they were dry.

 

[sime42]

Yep, exactly what I was thinking actually. If I had the luxury of more time that's what I've always wanted to do. As well preventing algae, it would also free up premium real estate in the garden. It seems to me that the square nature of IBCs makes them particularly suitable for subterranean installation.

 

My butts have run dry already, and I have a few.

[scbk]

5 hours ago, david lawrence said:

I’ve tried them as giant plant pots but found they did go out of shape 

a few old posts could sort that though 

I think somebody on here years ago posted photos of IBC liners they were using as raised beds, with a simple strip of wood screwed round the outside to keep the shape

 

Edit -  it was @Woodworks page 2 of this thread 

 

Edited April 11 by scbk

[nepia]

All good ideas chaps.

I have raised veggie beds, I have slate crates to line with dumpy bags for 'alternative' planters and I have a pair of 1200L non-bunded oil tanks on 600mm pedestals for rainwater harvesting from the roof of a 6x9m Sussex barn.

Sooo.... if anyone wants to make their own posh planters or harvest their own rainwater I have just the things for you...

 

😁

[farmer rod]

I could take a couple, mostly after the lids, but happy to experiment with the planter concept,  a slight variation on the rusty water trough planters that are multiplying gradually.

[peds]

Anybody who is chicken-inclined, half IBCs also make great duckweed growth tanks. Duckweed is packed full of protein, and makes a great addition to hen feed, either scooped out and dumped on the ground for them to scratch through, or in a bowl either plain or mixed in with any treats or dinner you give them. Especially useful during times of lockdown,  or when forage is otherwise scarce.

 

Also: fermentation tank for seaweed or comfrey tea.

[nepia]

@farmer rod  They're as good as on your doorstep; brace the kettle!

 

I'll be in touch soon

 

Jon

[Stere]

 

 

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My butts have run dry already, and I have a few.

 

 

 

I have 3 of theese as water butts they were going cheap many  yrs ago at £50 each!

 

 

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