Everyone knows how the pandemic affected our daily life.
Especially during the first year when Covid appeared, when we were made to stay at home in order to protect ourselves and others around us, people turned to alternative ways of entertainment.
Many of us got in the kitchen and started baking stuff, others picked up a new language, and some spent long hours working in the garden.
And gardening is where it’s at!
Whether they had big gardens or just a small front yard or a decent balcony/terrace, they took their gardening tools and started planting.
If you are one of those people who find pleasure in planting and growing their own veggies, then this Korean gardener’s hack is what you need.
Thanks to this guy’s YouTube video, everyone can now grow their own carrots in plastic bags, making it easy for everyone to give it a try.
You will only need the following things…
A garden’s not one of them!
- waste plastic bags
- red clay and compost mix
- a couple of wood planks
- carrot seeds
Now, to the actual planting of your seeds.
First, fill the bags with dirt.
You need to fill the plastic bags with the clay and compost mix.
At this point, it is significant to mention that you can also use grow bags. The main difference between the two is the material they are made of since the latter are made of cloth.
Cloth bags are more breathable and, of course, environmentally friendly. But, still, you can use the bag you have on hand.
Once the bags are ready, put them on the planks, making sure they are not touching the floor.
To make the plastic bags breathable, just punch holes in them using an awl.
Put them in a sunny spot.
Also, keep in mind that, ideally, you should find a permanent spot for your bags. Moving them could affect the growth of your veggies.
Then, simply use your finger to dig three “rows” on the top of the soil in each bag. This is because most carrot seeds should be planted about 1/4 inch deep.
Sprinkle your seeds and use your hand to flatten the top again.
Water the soil carefully.
If you’re too “aggressive” when watering the bags, water could wash around the small seeds, so keep that in mind.
Wait for them to pop.
In less than a week, you will probably see some green leaves appearing. This is definitely a good sign.
As time goes by, more and more seedlings will appear and get thick, but you should carefully thin them out in order to make sure your carrots will grow well.
Yes, you have to pull some.
Keep thinning out the seedlings and be patient. In a little more than a month, it is good to add some more soil on top.
In three months, your carrots will be ready to harvest. You’ll be getting the best, organically-grown, and tastiest carrots you’ve ever tried.
Get the full tutorial from Korean Gardener in the video below!
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