Reusing old copper pipe

Old copper pipe is often seen as just scrap metal to be recycled, but did you know it can be reused in your garden?

One simple and effective way to reuse copper pipe is by beating it flat and bending it into a circle to create a plant protector. Copper has natural properties that make it an ideal material for protecting young plants from common garden pests like slugs and snails. Slugs and snails dislike copper, so they avoid crossing it. By surrounding your plants with copper pipe, you can create a natural barrier to help them thrive without the need for toxic treatments.

If you want to take it to the next level, why not weave the flattened pipe into a trellis to support your plants?