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I started collecting and using my own urine this summer. I do dilute it about 5 or 10 parts water to 1 urine. I don't take any medications except occassionally some vitamins. My garden has really thrived where I'm using the urine. I did add wood ash to vegetable plants but am using diluted urine on my mustard greens. Also used it on the leaves of my plants that the deer were destroying, and it deterred the deer from eating the plants.
That's great to know about the deer! Someone on Facebook was asking me about that, and we where we live is too urban for deer. So I'll let him know. Thanks!
Thanks! This was fun! Informative and entertaining is exactly what I was going for, and on a subject that I knew could be risky if not handled just right. My hubby was seriously horrified that I was doing this. 😂 But he's calmed down now that he's seen how this turned out, and the response I'm getting. 💛🌿
I felt that way for years, and I can understand how you feel. Once I realized I will never totally eradicate them, and that it's more about nematode management, they were no longer my nemesis.
Theoretically since urine is high in sodium, using too much urine as fertilizer could result in excessive sodium build up in the soil (obligatory 'Idiocracy' quote: "It's got what plants crave!"). But it will vary depending on how much sodium an individual consumes... a higher salt diet like most people today consume will definitely produce much saltier urine! Water is the main thing that leaches sodium out of soil, so excess urine should be a bigger challenge in arid climates and less of an issue in rainier climates (perhaps even a total non-issue if rainfall is very high).
I use urine after it’s filtered through biochar, not that it needs to be filtered but the biochar needs it. For bananas I use urine straight but I dilute it for others. Never took the time to measure how much but it’s stronger than 10 water 1 Urine. I also add unscented clay cat litter (Florida sand gardening needs clay) Azomite, and what ever bloom fertilizer I have available to balance out my NPK. I will be adding molasses to the mix after watching this. My composting urinal is 2 buckets stacked, first bucket has drainage holes and is filled with crushed Royal Oak all natural charcoal. The bottom bucket is the basin. I add various fertilizers and waste products to the top bucket. Moldy bread, rotten bananas etc. I like to add carbs to feed bacteria. I also add organic fertilizers with bacteria and fungus. Espoma and Dr Earth are common brands that are perfect for that. I also add azomite and/or Kelp meal. If I have chemical fertilizers I am not afraid to apply them but I know many will not. I tend not to have much of that around but sometimes a neighbor donates that stuff and biochar is a great way to convert it into some organic although I expect no one to believe me. Because I have sand for soil I add benonite clay (unscented cat litter). The clay makes nutrients stick around. In the basin I put in mulch when I have a surplus so my mulch is full of nitrogen. I just have pockets of mulched areas charged with this. It breaks down faster than non charged mulch. I have a surplus so it breaking down faster doesn’t cost me much. If mulch is scarce I do not do this. I will be adding molasses to the top bucket. It will feed and multiply bacteria in the biochar as well as prevent root knot nematodes. So glad I watched this. I didn’t have an incentive to purchase molasses before this video. Now I am going to read comments to see if anyone else talks about how they use Urine.
I'm glad I could help with the molasses and RKN information! You have quite an innovative system! I recommend not adding the additional microbes until just before you apply the mix, or it'll go anaerobic. Is that what you do? Or at the point of applying it at least use a bubbler to keep it aeriated, like you would making a compost tea.
I found using a bubbler to be unnecessary. If I was doing hydroponics or had heavy clay soil I would. Turns out the anaerobic bacteria dies when applied to well draining sand soil as I have. The aerobic bacteria eats the along with the NPK/micro nutrients and minerals that they contain and become available to the root system fairly fast. It’s just not worth the expense to deal with equipment and electricity as I live off grid with a very small solar set up. The anerobic bacteria does produce an awful odor but the plants do not seem to mind.
I saw an episode of Naked and Afraid where one of the survivors ate a tomato prior to arriving, how the seeds survived his stomach acid I have no idea, but once it sprouted he used urine to fertilize it. One of the extreme episodes so they were there long enough for the plant to grow.
I didn't know seeds could survive that either. He didn't dilute it, did he? In my experience tomatoes can handle it without diluting, or at least in small doses.
Urine has too much nutrients and would kill a baby plant. He would have had to dilute it a bunch. Also tomatoes take a long time to grow so he was just wasting his energy. Did he search his poo for the tomato seed? Did they show that scene?
@raiden72 If I remember correctly, he just kept to one spot and watched for plant to sprout. It was a rain forest, so naturally diluted. It was one of those extreme episodes where they were there for many months. I'm just relating what I remember, you could try watching repeats to see for yourself.
Go to a forest and dig up a gallon of soil. Place the soil on top of the compost and cover with dead grass. Leave alone for a few days. Congrats, you aquired biodiversity instead of falling for a self contredicting sales pitch.
Just as a friendly reminder, I wanted to mention that liking, commenting, and sharing videos really do play a major role in helping content creators like myself reach a wider audience. Your engagement on RUclips can have a positive impact and contribute to the growth of the channel. But I totally get that everyone has their own preferences and comfort levels when it comes to social platform engagement.
Let's grow together! 🌿
My dilution rate is one urination and finished with water in a one gallon jug.
this vid truly is a hidden gem with the amount of concise and clear information you provide. Nice job !!
Thank you! I'm glad you found it useful!
I started collecting and using my own urine this summer. I do dilute it about 5 or 10 parts water to 1 urine. I don't take any medications except occassionally some vitamins. My garden has really thrived where I'm using the urine. I did add wood ash to vegetable plants but am using diluted urine on my mustard greens. Also used it on the leaves of my plants that the deer were destroying, and it deterred the deer from eating the plants.
That's great to know about the deer! Someone on Facebook was asking me about that, and we where we live is too urban for deer. So I'll let him know. Thanks!
You (and Beaux) put out such informative and entertaining videos. Thanks for all the great info!
Thanks! This was fun! Informative and entertaining is exactly what I was going for, and on a subject that I knew could be risky if not handled just right. My hubby was seriously horrified that I was doing this. 😂 But he's calmed down now that he's seen how this turned out, and the response I'm getting.
💛🌿
This video was very informative and entertaining. Thank you
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Happy gardening! 🌿
RKN = bane of my gardening existence!!!
I felt that way for years, and I can understand how you feel. Once I realized I will never totally eradicate them, and that it's more about nematode management, they were no longer my nemesis.
Thank you for the fun video and all the practical tips!
I'm glad you enjoyed it! I've got more great episodes in the planning stages. Happy gardening! 🌿
Theoretically since urine is high in sodium, using too much urine as fertilizer could result in excessive sodium build up in the soil (obligatory 'Idiocracy' quote: "It's got what plants crave!"). But it will vary depending on how much sodium an individual consumes... a higher salt diet like most people today consume will definitely produce much saltier urine! Water is the main thing that leaches sodium out of soil, so excess urine should be a bigger challenge in arid climates and less of an issue in rainier climates (perhaps even a total non-issue if rainfall is very high).
Excellent point! At least here in South Florida we have plenty of rain.
I pee in my forest all the time while terraforming it and increasing fungi. Thick Forests easily consume your pee without causing any damage.
Yep! Is that a food forest that you have?
@@StacksUrbanHarvest partially so far. I slowly pluck out trees to allow enough filtered direct light to hit the soil to add plant life.
Guess ima keep making direct deposits in my garden 🤣
I use urine after it’s filtered through biochar, not that it needs to be filtered but the biochar needs it. For bananas I use urine straight but I dilute it for others. Never took the time to measure how much but it’s stronger than 10 water 1 Urine. I also add unscented clay cat litter (Florida sand gardening needs clay) Azomite, and what ever bloom fertilizer I have available to balance out my NPK. I will be adding molasses to the mix after watching this.
My composting urinal is 2 buckets stacked, first bucket has drainage holes and is filled with crushed Royal Oak all natural charcoal. The bottom bucket is the basin. I add various fertilizers and waste products to the top bucket. Moldy bread, rotten bananas etc. I like to add carbs to feed bacteria. I also add organic fertilizers with bacteria and fungus. Espoma and Dr Earth are common brands that are perfect for that. I also add azomite and/or Kelp meal. If I have chemical fertilizers I am not afraid to apply them but I know many will not. I tend not to have much of that around but sometimes a neighbor donates that stuff and biochar is a great way to convert it into some organic although I expect no one to believe me. Because I have sand for soil I add benonite clay (unscented cat litter). The clay makes nutrients stick around. In the basin I put in mulch when I have a surplus so my mulch is full of nitrogen. I just have pockets of mulched areas charged with this. It breaks down faster than non charged mulch. I have a surplus so it breaking down faster doesn’t cost me much. If mulch is scarce I do not do this.
I will be adding molasses to the top bucket. It will feed and multiply bacteria in the biochar as well as prevent root knot nematodes. So glad I watched this. I didn’t have an incentive to purchase molasses before this video. Now I am going to read comments to see if anyone else talks about how they use Urine.
I'm glad I could help with the molasses and RKN information! You have quite an innovative system! I recommend not adding the additional microbes until just before you apply the mix, or it'll go anaerobic. Is that what you do? Or at the point of applying it at least use a bubbler to keep it aeriated, like you would making a compost tea.
I found using a bubbler to be unnecessary. If I was doing hydroponics or had heavy clay soil I would. Turns out the anaerobic bacteria dies when applied to well draining sand soil as I have. The aerobic bacteria eats the along with the NPK/micro nutrients and minerals that they contain and become available to the root system fairly fast. It’s just not worth the expense to deal with equipment and electricity as I live off grid with a very small solar set up.
The anerobic bacteria does produce an awful odor but the plants do not seem to mind.
@@johnliberty3647 The problem is that a lot of the nutrients will be lost as the "bad guys" take over, according to Dr. Ingham.
I saw an episode of Naked and Afraid where one of the survivors ate a tomato prior to arriving, how the seeds survived his stomach acid I have no idea, but once it sprouted he used urine to fertilize it. One of the extreme episodes so they were there long enough for the plant to grow.
I didn't know seeds could survive that either. He didn't dilute it, did he? In my experience tomatoes can handle it without diluting, or at least in small doses.
@StacksUrbanHarvest in one of the episodes he was just going up to the plant and relieving himself, so I'd say no.
Urine has too much nutrients and would kill a baby plant. He would have had to dilute it a bunch. Also tomatoes take a long time to grow so he was just wasting his energy. Did he search his poo for the tomato seed? Did they show that scene?
@raiden72 If I remember correctly, he just kept to one spot and watched for plant to sprout. It was a rain forest, so naturally diluted. It was one of those extreme episodes where they were there for many months. I'm just relating what I remember, you could try watching repeats to see for yourself.
If you take medications, I wouldn't add urine. Honestly just use fish emulsion .
Power to the P!
Go to a forest and dig up a gallon of soil. Place the soil on top of the compost and cover with dead grass. Leave alone for a few days. Congrats, you aquired biodiversity instead of falling for a self contredicting sales pitch.
Dr. Ingham says all you need is about one teaspoon of that forest soil for compost inoculation.
Probably. But there will be fewer critters. More crittes will be a sh*t load more effective than those bottled chemicals.@@StacksUrbanHarvest