Have you ever wanted a super fertile soil without having to spend a penny? Expert gardeners have a trick that seems almost magic, but in reality it takes advantage of what you already have at home. And no, you don’t need any expensive product or some strange secret potion from a specialized shop. Just a pinch of cunning and a little patience.
If you have any plantyou know how fundamental for their growth is. But the packaged one is often poor in nutrients, and the quality of it has jewelery prices. Then why not create the perfect mix? Maybe you will think that complicated equipment or unobtainable ingredients are needed, but you are wrong. The best gardeners know a very simple method for obtaining a rich and soft soil, full of life. A trick that works both for those with a large garden and for those who cultivate plants on the balcony.
And do you know what the best part is? That’s all zero cost! You just need to use kitchen waste, some natural element and a simple technique to transform the soil into a real paradise for the roots of your plants. Curious to know how? Continue reading, because this method could revolutionize your way of growing.
The secret of the gardeners: the waste that are worth gold
Food waste is not just waste. Indeed, they are a gold mine for the ground. As usual, Moti throw away fruit skins, coffee grounds, egg shells and dry leaves without knowing that they could become the Best natural fertilizer.
- I Coffee funds They are rich in nitrogen and improve the soil structure.
- I egg shellscrushed, release calcium slowly and help prevent plants diseases.
- The Banana peels They provide potassium and phosphorus, essential for flowering.
- The ash of the fireplace (if natural) enriches the soil with precious minerals.
Il makeup is simple: Mix these waste directly in the earth or let them decompose for a few weeks in a corner of the garden. If you have a vase, you can stop them slightly or use them to create a small layer of mulching. The result? A soft soil, rich in nutrients and with an excellent ability to retain humidity.
The “smart” compost: quick and without smells
If the idea of composting makes you think of foul -smelling heaps and long months of waiting, it is time to change perspective. The trick is Make a quick and intelligent compostalso suitable for those who have no space.
- Take a bucket or a perforated vase (if you are in the apartment, a plastic box is also fine).
- Add alternating layers of humid materials (kitchen waste, fresh leaves) and dry (cardboard, sawdust, dry leaves).
- Mix every now and then to let the air enter and accelerate the decomposition.
- After a few weeksyou will get a light and humus -rich compost, perfect for enriching the ground.
A small extra trick? If you have little time, blend the waste before putting them in the compost: they will decompose much faster!
The final touch: earthworms and mulch
Do you want to bring your soil to an even higher level? Then do like real gardeners and Allies with earthworms. These small workers transform organic matter into a very powerful fertilizer called Lampo’s humus. If you have a garden, let them do their job by giving a little organic waste. If, on the other hand, grow in pots, you can buy a few earthworms from Californian (quiet, they will not invade the house!) And put them in the soil: you will see what difference!
Finally, do not underestimate the power of the mulch. A simple layer of dry leaves, straw or cut grass over the ground keeps the humidity, prevents weeds and feeds the soil as it decomposes. In short, gardening can be easier (and cheaper) than you think!
Try this method and you will see with your eyes like your plants will become stronger, more green and more luxuriant. And all without spending a penny. Isn’t it fantastic?
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