Okay, so today I want to talk about making water-soluble nitrogen fertilizer. I’ve been messing around with this stuff in my garden, and let me tell you, it’s been a real game-changer for my plants.
First off, I gathered all my materials. Nothing fancy, just some basic stuff you’d find around. I got myself some water, obviously, and then some stuff that’s got nitrogen in it. You can use compost, manure, or even those nitrogen-rich pellets you can buy. I started by using some old compost I had lying around.
Next, I mixed the nitrogen source with water. I took a big bucket and filled it up about halfway with water. Then, I dumped in the compost, I’d say about a couple of shovels full. Stirred it up real good, like making a big, muddy soup. Made sure everything was nicely mixed. It’s kind of important to get the ratio right, but honestly, I just eyeballed it. If it looks too thick, add more water; too thin, add more compost.
- Added nitrogen source to water
- Stirred the mixture thoroughly
- Adjusted the consistency as needed
After mixing, I let the whole concoction sit for a while. Some folks say to let it sit for a week, some say a few days. I usually give it about three or four days, stirring it maybe once or twice a day. You’ll see it start to change, get darker, and the compost will break down more.
Let it Sit
- Allowed the mixture to sit for 3-4 days
- Stirred occasionally
- Observed the mixture darken and compost break down
Once it’s done brewing, I strained it. This part can get messy. I used an old cloth to filter out the big chunks, but you can use a sieve or something similar. What you’re after is the liquid – that’s the gold. It’s packed with nutrients and ready to use. This is the water-soluble nitrogen fertilizer we’re talking about.
Straining
- Used an old cloth to filter the mixture
- Collected the liquid fertilizer
Finally, I diluted the fertilizer before using it on my plants. This is pretty crucial because this stuff can be potent. I usually go for about one part fertilizer to ten parts water, but you might need to tweak it depending on your plants. Poured this diluted mix around the base of my plants, and boy, did they love it. Started seeing results pretty quickly – greener leaves, stronger stems, the whole nine yards.
So that’s my process for making water-soluble nitrogen fertilizer. It’s simple, it’s effective, and it feels good to use something you made yourself. My plants are thriving, and honestly, it’s pretty satisfying to watch them grow with something I whipped up in my backyard. Give it a try, and you might see some awesome results in your own garden!
