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"How To Grow World Record Tomatoes" is a book written by Charles Wilber. He describes how to make Kudzu compost, grow cover crops, and other good gardening practices. He grew 20 ft tall Better Boy tomato plants, 15 ft tall Silver Queen corn, huge radishes, Peaches the size of grapefruits, and lots of other stuff with that compost. The Mother Earth News magazine wrote a few articles about him about 25 years ago. His compost recipe, which includes colloidal clay, is included in the book:
3 inches of "hay", ground (mixture of dried Kudzu and Sudex
2 inches of cow manure or 1 inch of chicken manure
Quarter-inch of garden soil
Hardwood ashes or granite dust (light sprinkling)
Colloidal clay (light sprinkling)
NEVER let it get rained on! Keep it covered with a tarp. Heavy rains will leach all the nutrients out of the compost.
Include some fresh, shredded green Kudzu in the "hay" layers. I'm not sure what type of colloidal clay he used, but I know that Zeolite and Bentonite are types of colloidal clay. Considering that he mentioned using colloidal clay as a source of phosphorus, he may have been using colloidal phosphate. (soft rock phosphate) If you can't find any Kudzu, just use some other legume, such as alfalfa, soybean plants, beans, clover, or hairy vetch.
What else can I help you with?
How do you make humus on alchemy classic?
wormy compost + earth = humus
How do you sell humus?
• Help fellow farmers in your area become free of fertilizer suppliers who are constantly raising prices. Sell them humus compost and watch their profits increase. • Offer humus compost to golf courses, local parks and neighbouring greenhouses. They save money and make a statement to the community about sustainability. • Start putting humus compost into bags for retail sale • Talk to the organic farmers and show them how to use humus compost you sell • Give the nearest garden center a way to be special to its customers by providing humus compost for environmentally minded gardeners
Why humus is a colloidal particle?
Humus is considered a colloidal particle because it consists of finely divided organic matter that can remain suspended in water without settling out. Its small particle size, typically less than 1 micrometer, and its complex structure allow it to interact with water molecules and other particles, forming a stable colloidal suspension. Additionally, humus has a high surface area and can retain moisture and nutrients, which contributes to its colloidal properties in soil.
What is the name of the rich organic material?
That would be "compost"or "humus".
What is another word for organic matter in the soil?
compost
What do you call rotting plant and animal materials?
Compost - or humus.
Is Humus Good for Crops?
Because the peanut extract( if you make hummus like me) helps the soil break down any compost you put in it.
What is the name for decomposed vegetable matter?
Compost and humus are the terms which are used to designate the organic matter which results from decomposed kitchen scraps and yard litter. Compost identifies the generalized product of the above-mentioned process whereas the dark-colored, fresh-colored, nutrient-rich manifestation of that compost is known as humus.
Can you buy humus for your potted plants?
You can buy ready prepared potting compost which is the same thing.
What is compost called?
Compost is often referred to as "organic matter" that has decomposed through the process of composting. It is a nutrient-rich material used to enhance soil health and fertility. Compost can also be referred to as "humus" when it reaches a certain stage of decomposition, although humus specifically refers to the stable, well-decomposed organic matter in soil.
What is a disadvantage of compost?
Light weight is a disadvantage of compost. Dark-colored, fresh-smelling, nutrient-rich organic material variously called compost or humus tends to be light in weight. It will scatter in the face of strong winds.
Can you buy humus for the soil?
Yes, you can buy humus for soil, typically in the form of compost or pre-packaged organic soil amendments. These products often contain decomposed organic matter that enriches the soil, improves its structure, and enhances nutrient retention. Local garden centers, nurseries, and online retailers offer various options for purchasing humus or compost to improve your soil quality.
