Decomposition articles Tag

Gardening: why you should avoid using peat

"What is peat?" Peat is a natural material resulting from the slow decomposition of plant debris in a wet and acidic environment. It is used in gardening to lighten heavy soils and enrich them. It is also a frequently incorporated component in the bags of soil that you buy in garden centers. It is ...

05
Apr
2023

Compost: How to Avoid Bad Smells and Insects?

in case of mistakes on your part! A foul-smelling compost bin is a sign of excess moisture, which prevents the aeration of biowaste and hinders their decomposition process. To ensure your first attempts at composting aren't foul-smelling, there are certain rules to follow: - Always put in the bin ...

12
Jan
2024

Composting

plastic bin of varying size and shape. This technique is suitable for small gardens and mainly food waste. It avoids nuisances and allows for faster decomposition, but handling can be difficult. Surface composting involves spreading mowed grass and certain shredded garden waste on the ground. It i ...

30
Jan
2007

Mushroom Picking: Understanding Mushrooms in 5 Questions

l and, in exchange, the tree provides sugars to the fungus). • Saprophytism: in this case, the fungus feeds on dead organic matter and plays a role in decomposition (it digests organic matter and allows nutrients to return to the soil). • Parasitism: a parasitic fungus attacks a host (tree, pl ...

09
Sep
2011

Unusual: 3 small animals that heal

biotics that limit the development of bacteria and promote tissue regeneration. Finally, honey neutralizes the sulfurous products resulting from the decomposition of tissues and thus avoids the nauseating smell of certain advanced chronic wounds. The treatment is very simple as it is sufficien ...

14
Oct
2021

Kitchen Garden: Phenoculture or Hay Mulching in 5 Questions

oculture, hay is not just an excellent material for mulching. It's also a natural fertilizer that promotes the growth of plants and vegetables. Over time, the decomposition of this mulch provides your plants with all the nutrients they need for their growth. Not only do you have less need to weed, ...

21
Dec
2023