Making my own compost starter bin
I’ve converted my food recycling bin in to a home compost starter bin.
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Reducing my carbon footprint
I decided to try and cut down on my carbon footprint by growing my own food. I started with red peppers and now im trying an avocado tree!
If you want to try too, here are the steps you need to follow:
- Take note of the top and bottom of the avocado seed – this will be vital for the growing process
- Wash the seed to remove any avocado residue
- Peel the outer shell off as this will prevent the roots and flower sprouting
- one third of the way down, pierce the seed, at a downward angle, with 3 cocktail sticks. (Birthday candles work just as well as you can see in my picture!)
- Place on top of a clear glass or plastic cup so you can see when it starts to sprout
- Fill the cup with water until at least half of the seed is covered.
- Place on your windowsill
Now its a waiting game to see when your roots start to grow – good luck!
Reuse egg shells to plant seeds
I created little planters for my pepper seeds, using old egg shells and the egg box to hold them in.
It’s super easy and a great idea to do with the kids.
- Wash out the old egg shells
- Place them in the egg box
- Fill each one with compost (this can be from your garden or an old potted plant you have around the house)
- Make a small well in the centre of each one
- Place 1-2 seeds inside and cover back up with the soil
- Give them a little water
- Place on to your windowsill
- Now, watch them grow!
Spreading the word!
These are information sheets about idot .
I’m giving them to my classmates to get involved and hopefully they will post something.