Step Three : Establish Fungal and Bacterial Population
The key to nutrient uptake and absorption is making sure your soil has established fungal and bacterial colonies . These microbes break down nutrients into forms your plants can use . They also protect your plants from disease . If you are growing in the ground outdoors , beneficial fungi will create an underground network , bringing nutrients to your plants from miles away . Many of the amendments you ’ ve already added will help with this , such as compost , worm castings , bat guano , and kelp . You can also purchase mycorrhizal inoculants . These powders are dormant microbes that are reactivated in the soil when watered . The sooner you establish these colonies , the larger they will become and the more helpful they are towards your plants .
Step Four : Compost
Once your soil is mixed thoroughly , you ’ ll want to add some water and let it sit and bake in the sun for up to a year . Some people recommend letting it sit for 30-60 days , while others recommend six months to a year . The longer you let it sit , the more it will break down , and the more available the nutrients will be to your plants . So , if you have the time , let it sit for at least six months . Put your super soil in clean garbage cans with a lid and set them outside in a sunny location . Add enough water so that your soil is moist but not wet as this will help to activate the microbes . Be sure not to use water that has chlorine in it , which is common in city water . This will kill your microbes and totally defeat the purpose of making your own soil . If you are on city water , you can set a bucket of water out overnight and let the chlorine evaporate before using it .
If you are looking for a way to lighten your gardening workload and grow organically , building your own soil might be right for you . You can create your own super soil that will grow healthy , flavorful , potent cannabis plants , and all you need to do is add water .
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