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Aquakat Compost Accelerator is an intra-cellular micro-nutrient additive to speed up the process of composting either commercially or general use in garden compost.
Aquakat Compost Accelerator works by increasing the natural biological efficiency of the composting cycle, Aquakat dramatically increases the metabolic rate of indigenous microorganisims present in the system that break down waste materials
Aquakat products are 100% Blends of Plant matter.
Aquakat Products contain no Bacteria or chemicals.
Aquakat Compost Accelerator is so easy to use it comes ready to use in a convenient spray bottle, just spray the top of your composting material once a week and whenever you add more composting material and see the results. Over time you will see that the material is composting quicker than normal and will become a much finer organic consistency.
In the photos above two composting bins were filled with identical items and quantities, the top bin was allowed to compost naturally, the bottom bin was treated with Aquakat Compost Accelerator, the result was astounding!
Aquakat products are 100% Natural Plant matter
Blended to produce a 100% safe product
Aquakat Products are harmless to all Aquatic, Animal and Plant life.
What is Composting?
Composting is a natural process which converts organic waste into an earth like mass by means of bacteria and micro organisms.
The composting process is supported by larvae, wood lice, beetles, worms and other such creatures. Moisture and oxygen are the other important factors in the composting process. Heat is generated during the composting process. As a result, the temperature in the composter may rise to around 50 degrees C. Micro-organisms flourish at this temperature, enabling the composting process to proceed more rapidly, the addition of Aquakat Compost Accelerator makes this process even more efficient.
What are the benefits of composting?
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Compost can help your garden
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Compost can improve the environment
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Compost can save you money
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Compost provides a free soil conditioner
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Compost helps soil retain moisture - reducing water consumption
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Composting converts waste into a valuable resource
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Making compost reduces reliance on land filling of waste
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By composting, nutrients are recycled back into the soil
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Using compost improves plant health & growth - increasing yields of fruit, vegetables, flowers & herbs
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Using compost increases nutritional quality of home grown foods
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Using compost reduces reliance on toxic chemicals & pesticides
How do I make compost?
The simplest and tidiest way to make compost at home is through the use of a home composter.
The optimum composting process is caused by a combination of four elements:
By mixing together green and brown materials, a mix of nitrogen and carbon is produced. Adding air from the atmosphere and moisture from the material itself is a magical mix that will start the composting process. Ultimately compost happens whatever - so don't be too concerned that you may not have the mix exactly right.
Hints and Tips
Placing the composter in the sun will increase the temperature inside the unit, and thus accelerate the composting process.
To ensure good circulation within the composter, it is advisable to place a layer of twigs, cut flowers or remains of house plants at the bottom of the unit.
Layers of fruit, vegetable and garden waste can then be added, mixed if possible. Do not, however, fill the composter beyond 80% of its capacity.
As the composting mass is relatively moist, it will condense, reducing the amount of air in it. Regular poking or stirring with a stick or garden fork will create ventilation channels in the material, helping the composting process.
What can be composted?
Most garden waste, such as: Grass cuttings, Hedge clippings, Weeds, Old plants & garden cuttings, Vegetable wastes, Branches & twigs (cut into pieces), Fallen leaves.
Most kitchen waste, such as: Vegetable & fruit remains, Tea bags & coffee grounds, Crushed egg shells, Fruit waste, Cut flowers & house plant remains, Newspaper.
What can't be composted?
Cooked & uncooked meat. Poultry and fish are not recommended. Cat & dog faeces. Things which are not biodegradable - such as plastic and metals. Garden waste which has recently been treated with weed-killer (such as grass cuttings from a recently treated lawn).
What if I have problems?
Here are some of the common problems associated with normal composting.
Unpleasant odours
when vegetation decomposes, it is normal for it to smell a bit. If the odour becomes unpleasant, the heap may have become too compacted. To solve this, use a garden fork or stick to lift the layers of composting mass - adding air & hence reducing odours.
Compost is very dry
If the compost appears very dry, simply turn the material with a fork or stick, adding water whilst you do so. Alternatively, leave the composter lid open when it is raining.
Compost is wet and slimy
If this is the case it is likely that too much "green" type waste such as grass cuttings has been added. Mix some "brown" type materials such as newspaper into the composting mass.
Aquakat Compost Accelerator
The problems listed above are normal with composting but with the addition of Aquakat Compost Accelerator, unpleasant odours are eliminated, you should still occasionally lift the composting mass to keep air circulating and spray the top of the compost weekly.
This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 24 October, 2007.
