Today on Sea Time and Harvest, we are making compost tea using our 80-gallon compost tumbler that we have been using for years. We add kitchen scraps, dried leaves, and grass to decompose and create a nutrient-rich liquid for our plants. After filling a 5-gallon paint strainer bag with compost, we submerge it in a 32-gallon garbage bin filled with water and use a fish tank bubbler to aerate it. We add blackstrap molasses and Agrothrive organic fertilizer to feed the beneficial bacteria and nematodes. After three days of bubbling, we will have compost tea ready to feed our plants. Remember to always wear gloves when handling compost. Happy planting!
Transform Your Garden with Homemade Compost Tea!
Welcome back to Sea Time and Harvest! Today, we are diving into the world of compost tea – a nutrient-rich elixir that will supercharge your plants’ growth.
Compost tea is a liquid fertilizer made from decomposed organic matter, packed with essential nutrients that plants need to thrive. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the simple process of making your own compost tea at home.
Step 1: Gather Your Materials
To get started, you’ll need a compost tumbler filled with kitchen scraps, dried leaves, and grass. Use a 5-gallon paint strainer bag to hold the compost material. Make sure to wear gloves to avoid any sharp surprises!
Step 2: Set Up Your Brewing Station
Fill a 32-gallon garbage bin with water and submerge the paint strainer bag filled with compost. Use a fish tank bubbler to aerate the water and extract the nutrients from the compost. Add a cup of blackstrap molasses and an organic fertilizer like AgroThrive to boost the nutrient content.
Step 3: Let It Brew
Tie the paint strainer bag in the bin, set up the bubbler, and let the compost tea brew for three days. Make sure the bubbling continues to avoid breeding harmful bacteria.
Step 4: Harvest and Feed Your Plants
After three days, your compost tea will be ready to use. Simply pour it into a watering can and feed your plants with this nutrient-rich solution. Your plants will thank you with vigorous growth and healthy development.
In conclusion, brewing your own compost tea is a simple and cost-effective way to boost your garden’s health. Give it a try and watch your plants thrive! Until next time, happy planting from Sea Time and Harvest.
