Squeeze out any accumulated water from the sponge: 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 for efficient and environmentally friendly reuse in your garden.
Mixing the sponge pieces with the soil
Next, follow these steps:
Preparing the mixture:
In a bag:
Add the desired amount of soil to a large bag or container.
Mix it all together:
Incorporate the cut sponge pieces into the soil. Mix well to ensure that 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 needed 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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