I think I have struck on the solution for my poor quality soil & dam water.
Each different fertilizer recipe in its own way has contributed to the improved health, vitality & nutrition of the soil.
The water on the other hand, is another matter so for now I am making up the shortfall with more fertilizer.
The latest Blood & Bone fertilizer recipe that I described in a recent previous post has caused a surge in growth & fruiting which is most satisfying!
Here's a couple photos of my current winning endeavours.
Not a yellow leaf in sight! What a major victory! Not even watering with dam water all of this past dry season has produced any yellow leaves on the fruit trees. That means I have overcome the shortfalls of the soil & the binding up of nutrients & minerals by the dam water. On top of that these trees are bearing their little branches off.
In the background of the corn photo is the pawpaw tree growing in the compost bin. It is a male but has numerous fruit now beginning to grow.
The corn is a late crop that I hope will be fertile during a sunny spell in a few weeks time. But look how green & robust these few plants are. There are 3 rows of 7-10 plants each row between the 2 bath tub beds.
After 3yrs of feeding the soil with trace & major elements alike, beneficial fungus & bacteria, many bales of lucerne, far more nitrogen & potassium than recommended, I seem to have regained my gardening mojo.
All I'm waiting for now is the return of my ride-on mower from the mower shop so I can get that long grass under control to make the place look loved.
I'm a very happy camper!
Each different fertilizer recipe in its own way has contributed to the improved health, vitality & nutrition of the soil.
The water on the other hand, is another matter so for now I am making up the shortfall with more fertilizer.
The latest Blood & Bone fertilizer recipe that I described in a recent previous post has caused a surge in growth & fruiting which is most satisfying!
Here's a couple photos of my current winning endeavours.
Not a yellow leaf in sight! What a major victory! Not even watering with dam water all of this past dry season has produced any yellow leaves on the fruit trees. That means I have overcome the shortfalls of the soil & the binding up of nutrients & minerals by the dam water. On top of that these trees are bearing their little branches off.
In the background of the corn photo is the pawpaw tree growing in the compost bin. It is a male but has numerous fruit now beginning to grow.
The corn is a late crop that I hope will be fertile during a sunny spell in a few weeks time. But look how green & robust these few plants are. There are 3 rows of 7-10 plants each row between the 2 bath tub beds.
After 3yrs of feeding the soil with trace & major elements alike, beneficial fungus & bacteria, many bales of lucerne, far more nitrogen & potassium than recommended, I seem to have regained my gardening mojo.
All I'm waiting for now is the return of my ride-on mower from the mower shop so I can get that long grass under control to make the place look loved.
I'm a very happy camper!