Why sprinkle cones around the beds

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If there is a spruce or pine tree growing on the site, do not rush to throw away the cones. Not all summer residents know that cones, which these plants drop in large quantities, can be used with benefit.

Mulch from cones

Mulching with cones helps to increase the acidity of the soil, so not all plants are favorable will react to such a procedure.

Mulching is suitable for coniferous crops, hydrangeas, northern berries, some vegetables and roses.

In some cases, ash is placed under the layer of cones to neutralize excessive acidity.< /p>

After winter, when the earth warms up, cones are piled in a layer of up to 10-15 cm under shrubs and trees and up to 5 cm under vegetable crops on beds.

Cones, which in large quantities contain resinous substances used as drainage to prevent plant roots from rotting.

Cones and needles are collected and burned to produce ash, which is spread in the garden and garden.

Cones are used in pest control. Whole and crushed cones are laid out around the beds, plot or garden to protect plantings from slugs and snails.

Most often, cones are used as drainage for flower pots.