Posted by Jonathan R on Jul 11th 2025
How to Set up Your Ilomia Hanging Garden Bag's
Hanging Plant Bag Setup & Best Practices Guide
Thank you for purchasing the Hanging Plant Bag! This guide will help you set up your bag correctly and keep your plants healthy.
Step 1: Choose a Liner
The bag itself is not waterproof, so you’ll need a liner inside. Good options include:
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Small mason jar
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Ceramic cup or sealed pot
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Party cup or paper coffee cup
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Ziplock bag
Any waterproof container that fits will work.
Step 2: Fold the Bag
Place your liner inside the bag. For a cleaner look, fold the bottom of the bag up inside so that the liner sits just below the top edge. This step isn’t required, but it helps the setup look neat.
Step 3: Add Your Plant
The Hanging Plant Bag can be used for:
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Herbs (basil, rosemary, etc.)
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Seedlings and seed starts
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Orchids
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Cuttings (with or without roots)
Add your plant into the liner with soil or water, depending on what you’re growing.
Step 4: Hang the Bag
Choose a secure place to hang your bag:
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Fridge: Use a magnet hook.
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Walls: Use a flush-mount adhesive hook with a 3-pound rating.
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Decorative option: Use a nail.
⚠️ If you’re using an adhesive hook, clean the surface with alcohol first. This is important for a strong hold and to keep your plant secure.
Step 5: Watering & Plant Care
Most herbs don’t like sitting in standing water. To avoid root rot:
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Water only when the soil feels dry to the touch or when leaves start to droop slightly.
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Add just enough water to moisten the soil, then let it dry a bit before watering again.
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For cuttings in water, simply top up the liner as needed.
Step 6: Daisy Chaining
The hemp cord is very strong. You can untie and re-tie it to connect several bags together in a daisy chain for a vertical garden display.
Best Practices
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Trim herbs often to encourage healthy growth.
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Check liners regularly so plants don’t sit in too much water.
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Make sure hooks are firmly mounted before hanging heavier liners.
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Always clean surfaces before attaching adhesive hooks.
Closing
With the right setup and watering routine, your Hanging Plant Bag will keep your plants fresh, healthy, and ready to use every day.