You probably spend hours fighting weeds, and then throw them in the compost or, worse, burn them.
But what if these “enemies” of the garden beds can become your harvest’s best friends?
It turns out that you can make a fertilizer from nettles, dandelions and even goutweed that will surpass store-bought preparations.
All you need is water, sun and a little patience. Weeds contain nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus and a lot of microelements, which during fermentation turn into an easily digestible form.
This “cocktail” accelerates plant growth, increases immunity to diseases and even repels pests.
Collect a bucket of fresh weeds (preferably before they form seeds), chop them up and pour 10 liters of water over them. Cover the container with a net and leave it in the sun for 7-10 days.
Stir the mixture every day to release gases.
When the liquid darkens and stops foaming, strain it. Dilute the concentrate with water in a ratio of 1:10 and water the plants at the root once every two weeks. For foliar feeding, use a solution of 1:20.
After the first use, you will notice how the leaves become fleshy and flowering becomes abundant.
The secret is that fermentation activates beneficial bacteria that convert nutrients into a form accessible to the roots. This fertilizer is especially effective for pumpkins, tomatoes, and peppers.
But there is a caveat: do not use cereal weeds like couch grass - they may contain toxins.
And if you add a handful of wood ash to the fermenting mixture, it will enrich it with potassium and calcium.
Those who have tried the method assure that the harvest ripens 2-3 weeks earlier, and the fruits accumulate less nitrates. And no chemicals!
Author: Kurchev Anton