California Bountiful - September-October 2021 Issue

What you need 2 (2x4-foot) pieces of 1-inch polystyrene insulation board

Tape measure or metal ruler Jigsaw or sharp utility knife Sheetrock screws (optional) Heavy-duty duct tape Wheelbarrow Hoe 1 bag Portland cement 1 bag finely textured sand 1 (2-cubic-foot) bag peat moss or vermiculite Liquid or powder concrete dye (optional) Vegetable oil or nonstick spray Shallow bowl, no more than 2 inches deep Plastic or tarp Gloves Dust mask Stiff brush or metal file Masonry sealer

Pattern for basin: 1 (15x15-inch) piece for base 4 (5x16-inch) pieces for sides

Hypertufa (I used a 1-pound coffee can for measurements) : 3 parts Portland cement 3 parts sand 6 parts peat moss or vermiculite

MORE ONLINE Discover Pat Rubin’s favorite scented plants for fall, and see how she tackles reader questions about compost and fall cleanup in the garden, all at californiabountiful.com.

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