How to Make Free Liquid Fertiliser from Weeds and Grass
Channel: Moto's Allotment Garden
Date: 2024-04-09

Grow Greener: How to Make Free Liquid Fertiliser from Weeds and Grass!

Hello, fellow green thumbs! Today, I'm going to share with you an amazing secret to supercharge your plants without breaking the bank. In this video, I'll guide you through the process of making free liquid fertiliser from weeds and grass, 100% organic plant food.

First things first, let's gather our materials. You'll need a bucket with a lid, some tools for digging up weeds, and cutting them into small pieces. It's time to raid your garden for those pesky weeds

Dandelions are fantastic for this method as they store a wealth of nutrients in their roots. But don't stop there; you can also use other weeds like comfrey and stinging nettles.

Chop them into small pieces to expedite the breakdown process.

Now, fill your bucket halfway with these nutrient-rich greens.

Add rainwater to cover the weeds and grass completely. This is important for the fermentation process.

Seal the lid tightly and let it sit for three to four weeks. Remember to mix the contents every two to three days.

But wait! There's a disclaimer. This mixture does have a pungent odor. To mitigate it, I like to add bio-char.

Bio-char not only reduces the smell but also enhances the overall quality of the fertiliser.

Now, here's the fun part. The longer you let it ferment, the stronger it gets. It's like magic happening right in your backyard


This liquid gold is nitrogen-rich and perfect for your plants. I typically use one cup of fertiliser to about five litres of water, maintaining a 1:10 ratio.

It's especially beneficial for container plants, giving them the boost they need to thrive.

And there you have it, folks! A simple, cost-effective way to nourish your plants and make your garden flourish. If you found this video helpful, don't forget to subscribe for more gardening tips and tricks. Happy gardening

What is Bio-char
Bio-char is a type of charcoal produced from organic materials like wood chips, 
agricultural waste, or plant residues, through a process called pyrolysis, 
which involves heating these materials in the absence of oxygen. 
It is a stable form of carbon that can be used as a soil amendment 
to improve soil fertility, retain moisture, and sequester carbon from the 
atmosphere, thereby mitigating climate change. Bio-char also enhances soil 
structure and microbial activity, leading to increased crop yields and reduced
 need for synthetic fertilisers.

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