Composting Florafold

Composting Florafold

Composting your Florafold is a simple yet effective way to contribute to sustainability while enriching your garden. As Florafold materials are biodegradable, they break down naturally into nutrient-rich compost. This process not only reduces waste but also returns valuable organic matter to the soil, enhancing its structure and health.

To compost your Florafold, follow these steps:

  1. Collect Materials: Gather your used Florafold product along with other compostable items, such as fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, and yard waste.

  2. Choose a Compost Bin: Select a suitable compost bin or pile in a shaded area of your garden to control moisture and temperature effectively.

  3. Layering: Alternate layers of soft green materials (like kitchen scraps) with dry brown materials (like dried leaves or paper) for optimal decomposition.

  4. Aerate: Turn your compost pile regularly to introduce oxygen, which accelerates the breakdown process.

  5. Monitor: Keep an eye on the moisture levels. The compost should feel like a damp sponge—too wet or too dry can hinder decomposition.

  6. Harvest: In a few months, you will have compost ready to enrich your soil and contribute to a healthier ecosystem.

By composting your Florafold, you embrace an eco-friendly practice that not only minimizes landfill waste but also supports soil health, fostering a more sustainable environment.

Happy Floral Composting!

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How To Make My Fresh Florals Last

How to make my florals last using FLORAFOLD.

You Have Just Received A Stunning Arrangement Of Quality Florals And Want To Know How To Make Them Last Longer.

Here are the Top Tips to keeping your Florafold Flowers Longer.

  • Store away from direct sunlight, drafts, and extreme temperatures.

  • Avoid placing flowers near windows

  • Avoid storing alongside fresh fruit and vegetables as the ethylene gas emitted will make your flowers age faster.

  • Fill your vase to fill line which is roughly 2-3 cm of cold water. Change daily.

  • Remove any damaged or wilting leaves or blooms as they appear, this is to minimise the spread of bacteria and cause the other flowers to mature quicker.

  • Wash the vase thoroughly with warm soapy water and rinse once your flowers are ready for composting.

  • Compost your Florafold, returning to the Earth!

Happy Earth Friendly Floral Designing!

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