How to Make a Bubble-Cloner

A bubble cloner is utilized in a method of growing plants known as hydroponics. Hydroponics enables you to take root cuttings of plants to grow new plants quickly, basically multiplying the amount of plants you have. In this method of plant growing, the roots are submerged in water instead of soil. Making a homemade bubble cloner is a relatively simple and inexpensive task that can raise your gardening skills to new levels.

Things You'll Need

Plastic container with a lid
Electric drill with cutting attachment
Fine grit sandpaper
Aluminum foil

Pool noodle
Airpump
Air hose

Instructions

- 1
  Cut round holes an equal distance apart on the lid of your plastic container, using an electric drill with a cutting attachment. The amount of holes will depend on the size of your container. The holes should be the same diameter as your pool noodle. Use fine grit sandpaper to remove any rough edges on the holes.
- 2
  Cut your pool noodle into 3 cm sections and place them into the holes on your container's lid. Cover the outside of the bottom of the container with aluminum foil.
- 3
  Cut a small wedge on the side of the container near the lid for the air hose. Place the air pump into the bottom of the container and fill with water. The hose should come out of the wedge on the side. Plug it in and turn it on.
- 4
  Place plant cuttings into the sections of pool noodle on the top of the container.

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