Folk remedies for fertilizing carrots in the open field
Carrots, like other garden crops, require the timely introduction of nutrients. With a lack of trace elements in the soil, it is difficult to grow a plentiful and high-quality crop. In addition, this can significantly reduce the shelf life of the crop, which is important, since most of the carrots grown are intended for long-term use.
To provide an orange vegetable with the necessary elements, most gardeners use mineral dressings in the form of various preparations. However, it is possible to fertilize carrots without the use of "chemistry" by using organic biostimulants.
According to the recommendations of gardeners practicing this method for fertilizing carrots in the open field, such folk remedies are suitable as:
- ash;
- compost;
- infusion of nettle;
- chicken droppings;
- rotted manure;
- yeast.
For maximum benefit, each remedy is applied at a specific stage in the carrot growing.
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Fertilizing the soil with organic matter before planting carrots
Top dressing begins even before sowing the seeds. In the spring, it is necessary to add rotted manure to future carrot beds at the rate of 2 sq. m. 1 bucket. In addition, sprinkle 200 g of ash per square meter, especially if the acidity of the soil is increased.
The poor soil should be fertilized with compost even during the autumn digging of the site.
Top dressing carrots during the growing season
If no ash was added to the soil before planting, it can be used as fertilizer for young carrots. To do this, in June, ash must be scattered over the beds in small quantities (no more than 1 tbsp. Per 1 sq. M.).
From root dressings with folk remedies, a combined infusion of 3 components has been well recommended:
- nettle;
- ash;
- yeast.
Put chopped nettle greens into a large container, add water, without adding ¼ to the top. Add a small packet of fresh yeast and 2-3 tbsp. ash. Leave for 5-7 days to wander in a well-lit place. Dilute the resulting concentrate with water 1:10 and water the carrots under the root.
Carrots respond well to watering with a solution based on chicken droppings: Dilute 1 part of manure with 10 parts of water, water strictly between rows.