page Squeeze the sponge to remove all accumulated water: Make sure the sponge is dry after disinfection.
Cut small pieces of sponge with scissors: The pieces should be small enough to mix easily with the soil.
By following these steps, you prepare your used sponges for efficient and environmentally friendly reuse in your garden.
Mixing sponge pieces with soil
Next, follow these steps:
Preparation of the mixture:
In a bag:
Add the desired amount of soil to a large bag or container.
Mix it all together:
Fold the cut sponge pieces into the soil. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of the sponges in the soil.
Use in pots:
Add some soil:
Place a layer of soil at the bottom of the pot.
Add a layer of your new formula:
Add a layer of your soil-sponge mixture on top of the first layer of soil.
Repeat if necessary to fill the pot, alternating layers of soil and soil-sponge mixture.
This process maximizes the benefits of sponges in the soil, improving moisture retention and aeration, while ensuring a healthy environment for your plants’ roots.
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