Soil Amendment
Incorporating seaweed enriched compost into your garden soil improves its structure, nutrient content, and water retention capacity.
Steps:
Preparation: Before planting, mix compost into the top 6-8 inches of soil. Aim for a ratio of about 25-30% seaweed compost to 70-75% native soil.
Improving Soil Texture: the compost helps sandy soils retain moisture and nutrients while improving drainage in clay soils.
Mulching
Using seaweed enriched compost as mulch helps retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and gradually adds nutrients to the soil as it decomposes.
Steps:
Application: Spread a 2-3 inch layer of the compost around the base of plants, keeping it a few inches away from stems and trunks to prevent rot.
Maintenance: Reapply as needed, especially after heavy rains or as the compost breaks down over time.
Plant Fertiliser
Seaweed compost can be used as a natural fertiliser, providing a slow-release source of nutrients that promotes healthy plant growth.
Steps:
Top Dressing: Apply a thin layer of the compost around the base of plants during the growing season. This can be done a few times a year to provide ongoing nutrient support.
Seed Starting Mix
Seaweed enriched compost is an excellent component for seed starting mixes, providing young plants with essential nutrients right from the start.
Steps:
Mixing: Combine the compost with other seed starting mediums such as perlite and vermiculite in equal parts to create a balanced mix.
Planting: Fill seed trays or pots with the mix, plant seeds according to the instructions, and water gently.
Lawn Care
Using seaweed compost on lawns can improve soil health and promote lush, green grass.
Steps:
Top Dressing: Spread a thin layer of seaweed compost over the lawn, raking it lightly to ensure even distribution. This is best done in the spring or autumn.
Overseeding: When overseeding, mix grass seed with seaweed compost to enhance seed germination and growth.
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