Gardeners urged to put fizzy drink bottles in their gardens

are a gardener's dream, creating the perfect environment for plants to thrive with warmth, light, and protection from the elements.

But not everyone has the space, budget, or setup to install a full greenhouse.

Thankfully, there's a clever that's accessible to anyone with a plastic bottle and a bit of soil.

For those who want to give their seeds and cuttings a head start without the expense or space of a greenhouse, Andrew White from has a simple and effective solution: turn an empty two-litre fizzy bottle into a mini greenhouse.

White explains that this DIY method only requires a clean, two-litre plastic bottle.

Start by removing any labels, then carefully cut off the bottom of the bottle. Simply place the bottle over your potted seeds or cuttings, creating a small, humid environment that promotes faster growth-just like a greenhouse.

This enclosed space traps moisture and warmth, creating the ideal conditions for young plants to thrive.

"When you don't have a greenhouse and want to sow a few seeds or bring on cuttings, here's the answer," White explained.

"Once the seeds have started to grow or the cuttings have rooted, you can remove your mini-bottle greenhouse."

Plastic bottle greenhouses are highly effective due to their ability to retain humidity and regulate temperature.

Seedlings and cuttings require a moist, warm environment to establish roots and start growing, and this mini greenhouse provides just that.

The transparent plastic allows light to pass through, encouraging photosynthesis while protecting the plants from outdoor elements like wind and sudden temperature changes.

This technique is especially useful for gardeners in cooler climates, where fluctuating temperatures can hinder early plant growth.

The bottle acts as a protective barrier, allowing gardeners to get a head start on the growing season without the need for an expensive greenhouse setup.