A summer resident, growing a crop on his plot, wants to get the maximum benefit. But for this it is necessary to fertilize the plants in a timely manner. Feeding is carried out at certain times and with different compositions. Natural, environmentally friendly fertilizers have always been valued by gardeners, as they do not harm the human body.
What is biohumus?
To obtain the declared vegetable harvest, it is necessary to pay attention to the fertility of the soil. For normal plant development, cucumber culture requires a certain set of minerals and a minimum content of mineral salts.To create suitable conditions, summer residents advise using humus. This is a profitable and inexpensive way to increase soil fertility.
Vermicompost is natural organic fertilizer. It is formed by Californian red worms, which, processing organic matter in the ground, secrete coprolites. They are more easily absorbed by plants.
Comprises:
- Macro- and microelements.
- Enzymes.
- Soil antibiotics.
- Vitamins.
- Growth hormones.
This fertilizer is 5-8 times superior to rotted manure in its nutritional composition. Combines well with any other fertilizers.
This natural fertilizer does not contain parasite eggs, weed seeds or pathogens.
Why do plants need fertilizer?
Vermicompost helps improve the taste characteristics of cucumbers, improves immunity and reduces the stress that plants endure during transplantation.
In addition, feeding:
- Stimulates root formation.
- Accelerates the process of seed germination.
- Helps plants fight diseases.
- Accelerates the ripening of vegetables.
- Does not allow nitrates to accumulate.
- Increases the content of nutrients in vegetables.
There is never too much of this fertilizer, it does not oversaturate the soil, the plant itself takes the required amount of nutrients.
It is possible to produce Vermicompost at home, for this you need to purchase a California worm and place it in the compost.
How to apply fertilizer for cucumber crops?
Liquid biohumus is used at the very initial stage, during planting. To do this, you need to dilute 1 part of the substance in 20 parts of water. Keep cucumber seeds in this nutrient mixture for 24 hours. The soaking time is different for all crops.
After the seeds are ready for sowing, it is necessary to water the soil with a different concentration. To do this, add 1 part of vermicompost and 50 parts of water. They enrich the soil with its help at any time; it is not afraid of rain, precipitation and melt water.
Dry fertilizer is applied while digging the beds, the norm is 500 g per 1 m2. Cucumbers grow as usual in the soil and take as many trace elements and minerals as necessary for full development.
Biohumus is used for cucumbers when planting seedlings in a permanent place, in the amount of 100 g per 1 hole. After 10-14 days, the first feeding is carried out using liquid fertilizer. Then repeat every 7-10 days.
Summer residents advise spraying cucumber bushes with vermicompost; this helps fight diseases and enriches the plants with nutrients.
The substance does not pose a danger to people, insects and animals. When applying it, follow simple safety rules.
Reviews from summer residents using fertilizer on their plots
Sometimes the manufacturer's specifications and instructions are not enough. Therefore, the young gardener seeks comments from like-minded people and tries to understand the specifics of using fertilizer.
Dmitry: “I buy it every year. I use it to fertilize indoor plants, soak planting material, and feed all vegetable crops on the site. Productivity increases, costs are minimal. The vegetables taste wonderful. I recommend it to everyone."
Emerald: “The neighbors in the area advised me to buy it. We purchased and actively used vermicompost to feed all vegetable crops. I noticed an increase in plant productivity. Improving the taste of vegetables and active growth of green mass. The fruits grew very large.”
Nikita: “I use vermicompost for pre-sowing seed preparation. Germination increases. Plants grow quickly and experience less stress when transferred to a permanent location. I water the seedlings during the period of active growth, this helps to resist pathogens and form a powerful stem and roots.”
Anastasia: “Vermicompost is suitable for many crops and indoor plants. I've been using it for a long time. Helps to recover from damage. One of my plants froze, watering it with this fertilizer was able to return it to its original appearance. The bush has completely recovered. I recommend it to everyone, because vermicompost is universal.”
Fertilizer of biological origin will never harm plants. Vermicompost, a chemical-free substance. Therefore, it is gaining more and more recognition among gardeners.
