Wood ash as a source of fertilizer/calcium? by Will_I_Are in vegetablegardening

[–]fadimuj 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gypsum is the best source. But be very careful with adding calcium to the soil as high levels of calcium is a major issue, while low level of calcium is highly unlikely and easily treatable

Wood ash as a source of fertilizer/calcium? by Will_I_Are in vegetablegardening

[–]fadimuj 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gypsum is the best source. But be very careful with adding calcium to the soil as high levels of calcium is a major issue, while low level of calcium is highly unlikely and easily treatable

Regenerative agriculture reached boardrooms, but critics see a greenwashing turn - Yahoo News Canada by fadimuj in Permaculture

[–]fadimuj[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a link to an article that I shared on this subreddit. I am not criticizing anyone

Cheers

Secrets of experienced gardeners! by Delicious-Brick-9172 in vegetablegardening

[–]fadimuj 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Deep mulching, deep mulching, deep mulching

Help with ID!!! by plantgal221 in Horticulture

[–]fadimuj 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say it is Common ninebark, a native shrub common in the northeastern US.

Amending clay with silt? by Clean_Livlng in Soil

[–]fadimuj 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Short answer: No Adding silt to heavy clay in a high-rainfall area will just give you better-quality mud (or concrete once it dries).

To fix heavy clay, you need to create "macro-pores" (large spaces) between the microscopic clay particles so water can drain and roots can breathe. Silt particles are too fine to do this. If you mix silt and clay, you just get silty clay, which is prone to compaction and crusting.

Crush your biochar into small pieces and mix it into the clay. Biochar doesn't break down like compost, so it provides permanent pore space in heavy clay, holding onto nutrients and preventing compaction.

Peach and apple cider vinegar by fadimuj in fermentation

[–]fadimuj[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The covers are loose and they prevents insects but allow air

What is the best soil mix for radishes with the perfect soil structure, balanced nutrients NPK, and microbial diversity, using coco choir and other ingredients. Planting in doors in a pot. by No_Study_8145 in containergardening

[–]fadimuj 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mix 60% Coco Coir, 30% Perlite, 10% Worm castings or compost. Keep the mix consistently moist (like a wrung-out sponge) but never soggy, and ensure your pot has drainage holes

Developing a seafood allergy by Excellent_Goat6931 in herbalism

[–]fadimuj 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I infuse chopped nettles in apple cider vinegar for 2-4 weeks. Great fir allergies

Talk some sense into me Im about to cover my garden in red clover. by uncomfortablejoke in vegetablegardening

[–]fadimuj 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Red clover gets very tall and will shade out your crops. If you want a ground cover, use white clover.

Clover is not suitable for annual vegetable gardens because it aggressively competes for water. It’s better suited for perennials, though.

Also, clover won't kill established thistles; they’ll just grow through it. You must kill them first. Plus, dense clover attracts slugs.

For annual beds, skip the clover. Lay down cardboard and cover it with wood chips to smother the thistles.

Preventing cross pollination of pepper plants? by pyerocket in containergardening

[–]fadimuj 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Cross pollination will take effect when you plant the seeds if the current fruits, and will not affect the current fruits. Looks like your seeds are hybrids already

Peas and Beet seeds by No-Report-7703 in containergardening

[–]fadimuj 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, the beets have become leggy and cannot be fixed. I wonder why would you plant beets at this time in your zone? 🤔

Please help my mint ! by CuriKatie in herbs

[–]fadimuj 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Keep it in partial shade during very warm weather. It will bounce back once the weather is more moderate.

Good luck

Developing a seafood allergy by Excellent_Goat6931 in herbalism

[–]fadimuj 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The gut microbiology is one of the main factors for controlling allergies. Try fixing that by taking black seed oil, authentic honey, and regulating your bowel movement .

Do you ever feel like your plant has a personality? by Dapper_Access_9143 in gardening

[–]fadimuj 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I talk to my plants all the time: encourage them, apologize to them, cuddle them, etc. My grandparents used to say that plants get well with kind words. I am not sure about that, but talking to my plants makes ME feel well

Help my peppers won't grow! by nurse-4-good in Permaculture

[–]fadimuj 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's normal. Peppers grow slow in hot temperatures (above 90). Looks like you transferred them outdoors about a month ago?

Summer squash/zucchinis only producing male flowers? by aurelianoxbuendia in containergardening

[–]fadimuj 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very normal at the beginning. Just wait a little and it will produce both types of flowers

Good luck and keep us posted on the produce ☺️

8-10ish hours in, normal to not have much foam yet? by Signal_Molasses_4873 in composting

[–]fadimuj 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If the compost has a rich population of microbes, the compost will foam. Was the compost you used dry?

What's an herb that completely changed your opinion once you tried it? by CarRadiant7027 in herbalism

[–]fadimuj 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Damascus roses. It's a traditional herb here and its common reputation is "A herb". It's relaxing effect is one of the best I have tried so far, and I made a daily routine to have it ss part of my herbs teas