These "3 unassuming" waste materials
In home gardening, many seemingly useless household waste materials are actually valuable sources of plant nutrients. By scientifically processing three common types of waste, not only can resources be recycled and reused, but green plants can also receive natural nutrient support to develop stronger roots and more lush branches and leaves.
Willow bark: Natural root stimulant
Salicylic acid activation process
Dark brown willow bark is rich in salicylic acid, a natural hormone that can significantly promote plant root development. After collection, it needs to be boiled at high temperatures (100°C for 30 minutes) to destroy the fiber structure, allowing the active ingredients to be fully released.
Fermentation process
Place the thoroughly boiled bark and solution in a sealed container at a ratio of 1:3, and add EM agents to accelerate fermentation. Maintain a temperature of 25-30°C, open the jar to release gas weekly, and after 30 days, obtain an amber-colored nutrient solution with a pH of 5.5-6.0.
Earthworm dung: All-purpose slow-release fertilizer
These "3 unassuming" waste materials
Sterilization and activation process
Spread collected earthworm dung under UV light for 6 hours to eliminate eggs and pathogens. After treatment, the dung particles contain 18 amino acids and 5% humic acid, with a nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium ratio of 2-1-1.
Substrate improvement application
Mixed into the cultivation soil at a ratio of 1:5, it can improve the soil granule structure and increase porosity by 40%. Especially suitable for plants that require high breathability, such as succulents and orchids.
Peanut shells: Breathable substrate expert
Pre-treatment key steps
Original peanut shells need to be crushed into particles of 0.5-1 cm and boiled with boiling water to remove salt. After treatment, the carbon-nitrogen ratio reaches 35:1, making it an ideal composting material.
Layering application techniques
Laying 2 cm of peanut shells at the bottom of the pot can enhance drainage, and no more than 30% should be used in the mixed substrate. After half a year, decomposition produces humus, continuously improving the soil environment.
Mastering the regeneration and utilization techniques of these three types of waste materials can save 60% of gardening expenses each year. Tests have shown that using these natural materials to cultivate plants increases root biomass by 45% and extends the flowering period by more than 20 days. It is recommended to adjust the ratio according to the plant variety, regularly observe the growth status, and gradually establish a personalized environmental-friendly cultivation system.