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There is a guy on craigslist selling alpaca beans. He claims they do not have a strong odor. I am thinking of trying to go organic with my next application and throughout the year. It seems that I could place the nuggets around the pot and water. Anyone ever used anything similar? See below
"Alpaca manure is the best natural fertilizer for both vegetable, flower gardens and even house plants. It's lower in organic matter than manure from other farm animals, but still has enough to improve soil texture and water-holding capacity. Alpaca Beans do not have to be "aged or cured". They will not "burn" the plants it comes in contact with and can be applied rather carelessly without fussing.
The alpaca's 3-stomach digestive system processes food so efficiently seeds do not survive to become weeds in your garden, as with cow or horse manure. They are nature's composters. The fact that alpaca waste is a great recyclable product is another earth-friendly aspect of alpaca farming. Alpacas are not known to carry E-Coli 157. It also has comparatively high levels of nitrogen and potassium which are major plant nutrients and part of the well-known N-P-K indicator on fertilizer bags, and an indication of good fertilizer value.
Don't be misled by the N-P-K numbers that suggest manure is less powerful than chemicals. The values of manure and organic fertilizers in general, are often based on the relative amount of nitrogen (N), phosphoric acid (P) and potash (K) they contain. While these are important elements, it is misleading to make a direct comparison between farm manures and chemical fertilizers on the basis of the relative amounts of N-P-K. It is great for delicate plants.
Alpaca manure has a very low odor, practically none which makes it a fantastic fertilizer to work with. Good soil health will reduce disease and pest problems and keep your plants happy and healthy throughout the year. You can also turn it into nice compost (add in your lawn cuttings, leaves and other organic matter) .it is the best natural fertilizer. Although alpaca manure starts out in a pellet or bean form, it breaks down quickly and can be used without extensive "aging".
Multiple uses for alpaca beans
*Use Alpaca beans safely on your houseplants, just spoon a little into the soil, and the fertilizer will gradually release as you water. It is odorless and harmless to pets.
*Sprinkle some Alpaca beans around your plants or trees, mix with a little dirt and every time you water your plants you are fertilizing them at the same time.
*For seedlings, use alpaca tea. Mix 1/3 cup alpaca pellets with 2/3 cup of water and let it sit from 5-12 hours. Within 24 hours of the first application, you will begin to see the difference in your seedling. Alpaca tea appears to be an effective deer repellent also! Deer do not like the smell.
*When transplanting house plants, mix it in with your potting soil.
*Alpaca beans are great for delicate plants and terrific for soil health. Adding it to your garden or lawn can help reduce disease and pest problems.
"Alpaca manure is the best natural fertilizer for both vegetable, flower gardens and even house plants. It's lower in organic matter than manure from other farm animals, but still has enough to improve soil texture and water-holding capacity. Alpaca Beans do not have to be "aged or cured". They will not "burn" the plants it comes in contact with and can be applied rather carelessly without fussing.
The alpaca's 3-stomach digestive system processes food so efficiently seeds do not survive to become weeds in your garden, as with cow or horse manure. They are nature's composters. The fact that alpaca waste is a great recyclable product is another earth-friendly aspect of alpaca farming. Alpacas are not known to carry E-Coli 157. It also has comparatively high levels of nitrogen and potassium which are major plant nutrients and part of the well-known N-P-K indicator on fertilizer bags, and an indication of good fertilizer value.
Don't be misled by the N-P-K numbers that suggest manure is less powerful than chemicals. The values of manure and organic fertilizers in general, are often based on the relative amount of nitrogen (N), phosphoric acid (P) and potash (K) they contain. While these are important elements, it is misleading to make a direct comparison between farm manures and chemical fertilizers on the basis of the relative amounts of N-P-K. It is great for delicate plants.
Alpaca manure has a very low odor, practically none which makes it a fantastic fertilizer to work with. Good soil health will reduce disease and pest problems and keep your plants happy and healthy throughout the year. You can also turn it into nice compost (add in your lawn cuttings, leaves and other organic matter) .it is the best natural fertilizer. Although alpaca manure starts out in a pellet or bean form, it breaks down quickly and can be used without extensive "aging".
Multiple uses for alpaca beans
*Use Alpaca beans safely on your houseplants, just spoon a little into the soil, and the fertilizer will gradually release as you water. It is odorless and harmless to pets.
*Sprinkle some Alpaca beans around your plants or trees, mix with a little dirt and every time you water your plants you are fertilizing them at the same time.
*For seedlings, use alpaca tea. Mix 1/3 cup alpaca pellets with 2/3 cup of water and let it sit from 5-12 hours. Within 24 hours of the first application, you will begin to see the difference in your seedling. Alpaca tea appears to be an effective deer repellent also! Deer do not like the smell.
*When transplanting house plants, mix it in with your potting soil.
*Alpaca beans are great for delicate plants and terrific for soil health. Adding it to your garden or lawn can help reduce disease and pest problems.
