Old sponges, don’t throw them away: “they’re worth gold” | I always use them like this in the garden
Squeeze the sponge to remove any accumulated water: Make sure the sponge is completely dry after disinfecting.
Cut small pieces of sponge with scissors: The pieces should be small enough to easily mix with the soil.
By following these steps, you are preparing your used sponges to be reused efficiently and environmentally friendly in your garden.
Mix the sponge pieces with the soil
Then follow these steps:
Preparing the mix:
In a bag:
Add the desired amount of soil to a large bag or container.
Mix it all together:
Stir the cut sponge pieces into the soil. Mix well to ensure the sponges are evenly distributed throughout the soil.
Using in pots:
Add a little soil:
Place a layer of soil in the bottom of the pot.
Add a layer of your new mix:
Add a layer of your soil-sponge mix on top of the first layer of soil.
Repeat as necessary to fill the pot, alternating layers of soil and soil-sponge mix.
This process maximizes the benefits of the sponges in the soil, improving moisture retention and aeration, while ensuring a healthy environment for your plants’ roots.
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