I had an idea a couple of year ago about using pop plastic bottles to make a hot or green house. I first had the idea when viewing a video like this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPXjzsXJ1Y0
The first problem I see is using filled bottles in cold areas. They will probably freeze and then crack open.
The next problem is an easy one to fix. The water inside the bottles stagnating and turning into a greenish sludge. All you need to fix it is by using adding a little bleach to the water.
Supporting your bottles may be a problem. Those who made hot houses without water use a lot of wire. http://hubpages.com/hub/How-to-Build-a-Greenhouse-Made-From-Plastic-Bottles
I know you can make your green house out of empty soda bottle but I want the liquid inside. I think they would act more like a thermal container. Staying warm longer than an empty soda bottle. And the liquid help radiate the sun's light.
My idea also involves using different color liquids. I figured that diffident dyes in the bottles will reflect colors that might benefit plant growth: http://www.colormatters.com/plant-growth-and-light-color.
It will be some time before I can start this project. If you beat me to it, send me your plans. I would sure appreciate it.
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