Re: plant markers
On May 13, Don Martinson wrote:
> I've found an even better method than using zinc markers. At the
> local hardware store, I purchased some thin gauge brass foil, about 6
> inches wide, at 50 cents per foot. This can then easily be cut with
> a scissors to the desired label size and the name can then be simply
> embossed on the foil with a hard penpoint (like a BIC), a hole can be
> punched on 1 end with a paper punch, and the tag can be attached to
> the plant or stake with copper or brass hobby wire. The name might
> not stand out as much as with a dark marker, but the embossing in the
> foil (if done hard enough) will last indefinitely.
Don,
That's an excellent idea!
One question though -- are the edges of the foil sharp? I mentioned
this as an option to my Mom and she was concerned that people might
cut themselves reading the labels or walking through the beds.
Chris
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