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Can You Use Smelly Compost for Plants? (7 Factors Considered)

smelly compost for plants

When compost smells bad like garbage, rotten eggs, or even poop, it has turned anaerobic.  But can you still use it for plants? It is not recommended to use smelly compost, especially for edible plants, because it can carry pathogens, ammonia, and alcohol that can hurt plants. Also, it may contain weed seeds. Here are …

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8 Simple Ways to Water Seedlings While on Vacation

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Are you planning a vacation but worried about the fate of your thriving seedlings? You can keep your seedlings watered while you are away using hydrogel crystals, plant bath, automatic watering system, wick system, plastic bag greenhouses, topdressing/mulch, cluster setup, and help from friends and neighbors. In this article, we will navigate through these 8 …

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Top 6 Drip Irrigation Systems for Raised Beds (2023)

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Drip irrigation systems have become a popular choice for gardeners, providing an efficient water-conserving solution for watering plants and seedlings even while on vacation. Drip irrigation systems are excellent for raised garden and vegetable beds, greenhouses, and even potted plants, delivering water directly to the plant roots and minimizing water waste. When choosing the best …

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9 Bad Companions for Eggplants (Compatibility Alert)

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Imagine stepping into your garden, only to find your eggplants struggling while their neighboring plants flourish. This is a consequence of mismatched companion planting. Eggplants struggle when planted together with nightshades (e.g. tomatoes, potatoes), brassicas (e.g. broccoli, cabbage), squash, cucumbers, asparagus, fennel, and corn due to incompatible soil requirements, nutrient competition, shared pests, and chemical …

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