Aerated all natural Compost Tea
All-natural compost tea is a liquid fertilizer made by steeping compost in water. This process extracts beneficial microorganisms, nutrients, and organic matter from the compost into the water, creating a nutrient-rich solution that can be used to enhance soil and plant health. Here’s a general outline of how it’s made and used:
Ingredients
1. **Compost**: High-quality, mature compost is ideal. It should be rich in organic matter and free from contaminants.
2. **Water**: Use chlorine-free water, such as rainwater or dechlorinated tap water..
Application
1. **Dilution**: Dilute the compost tea with water, typically in a 1:10 ratio (one part compost tea to ten parts water).
2. **Spraying or Watering**: Apply the tea directly to the soil around plants or use it as a foliar spray to provide nutrients and beneficial microorganisms to plant leaves.
Benefits
- **Improved Soil Health**: Enhances microbial activity, which improves soil structure and nutrient availability.
- **Plant Nutrition**: Provides a balanced mix of nutrients that are immediately available to plants.
- **Disease Suppression**: Can help to suppress certain plant diseases by promoting beneficial microorganisms that outcompete pathogens.
All-natural compost tea is an eco-friendly and sustainable way to promote plant and soil health without relying on synthetic fertilizers or pesticides.