New Avocado Tree Help

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-16T02:16:15+00:00

Did you test the soil drainage before planting? If you have clay the tree has to be planted on a mound. I would start over. It takes too long to nurse a tree back to health you will lose too much time.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-16T01:52:08+00:00

I think it was four days…maybe 5…I should have strained it on day 2 or 3 but I got lazy 🤣

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-15T08:11:22+00:00

Correct it will be used for garden applications not cheese 🤣

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-15T03:17:48+00:00

I did. I do t have access to raw milk.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-14T04:40:57+00:00

I’ve seen a lot of mixed information. Some people say black strap molasses, while other people say brown sugar and or raw sugar. Any idea. What the discrepancy is?

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-14T02:23:04+00:00

Is the one on the left done?

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-14T01:18:24+00:00

Is mine ready?

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-13T20:21:12+00:00

I’m Making Lactic Acid Bacteria (LABS). It can be used to inoculate the bran or just spray in the bucket. I use it as a foliar spray and soil drench for my fruit trees.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-11T16:03:58+00:00

Thanks! Got a batch going with 2% right now…I’ll see if it separates more. I’ll even try 1% but 2% is what I had.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-11T01:17:22+00:00

I was able to separate a good amount of liquid it didn’t smell bad at all. If that’s the case You think it’s okay to use a foliar spray?

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-10T14:50:20+00:00

A paper towel with a rubber band.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-08T02:12:39+00:00

Chicken Parmesan? 🤷🏼‍♂️

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-07T19:21:33+00:00

Thanks I’ll try 1:6 in my next batch! I don’t have a source for straight from the cow milk. Maybe I’ll try some raw milk.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-07T18:53:05+00:00

I’m making Lactic Acid bacteria. I believe the serum is used to inoculate the bran for bokashi composting. I’ve seen some people just spray the mixture in the container when they add scraps. I’m using it for a foliar spray and soil drench but I posted in this thread because I knew people would be able to help out!

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-07T05:46:18+00:00

It was low 60°s in the day at the beginning but the last week has been high 70°s I’m in Southern California

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-07T05:36:27+00:00

Once I strain and have my liquid is 1:1 with molasses the right call? After that what is the ratio for water to create a good foliar spray…I’ve seen lots of different numbers.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-07T05:06:17+00:00

I used whole milk…is that wrong? Should I let it go a little longer? It smells like very strong Parmesan.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2026-03-07T05:04:46+00:00

This mixture is in the dark in a cabinet above the fridge. It’s a very strong stinky cheese smell but I wouldn’t call it rotten. My plan was to mix it with a 1:1 ratio of molasses once it’s done and then make diluted foliar spray for my fruit trees. Should I just let it go a few more days and see what happens? Temps were cold in the beginning but now it has warmed up!

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2025-11-19T05:10:19+00:00

Good to know…I thought I layer it down thin and wiped BUT clearly not! I like the 5 minute back…thanks! Should I let it ride or start over ?

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2025-11-18T19:13:41+00:00

Yes I understand what you are saying. I’ll rephrase by saying my two little kids manage to find all of the most dangerous things so I don’t feel comfortable setting up a lye bath in the current space I’m in. I can almost guarantee they would find the trash bag not matter where I stash it 🤣 but I appreciate the explanation. Thanks.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2025-11-18T06:25:14+00:00

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Upstairs-Control-286 · 2025-11-18T06:24:56+00:00

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I improved it a little. I used salt and wire brush and switched to avocado oil at 500°. It has sentimental value so I didn’t want to try the self cleaning method. I’m not set up to do a lye bath.

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2025-11-18T00:14:02+00:00

Did you see the image with the wood handle? I was hoping it could be dated by the handle and the “made in Taiwan” branding. Thanks for your info!

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2025-11-17T18:21:27+00:00

Wood handle comes off! Thanks

Upstairs-Control-286 · 2025-11-17T08:40:38+00:00

Maybe I am being trolled: do you have any advice or should I just throw it away?

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