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and plant roots can grow around the glass pieces without being harmed. In initial tests, the researchers assessed the soil-like qualities, such as compaction and water retention, of three ...

Many people grow plants in glass bottles with water ... Lucky bamboo, money plant, pothos, peace lily, etc., can all grow in water. Many face the issue of containers easily tipping over.

"I get big old jars, those coloured glass jars from recycling ... "It does make the water a bit cloudy, but it can give the plants just some extra nutrients," Ms Manuel says.