Magic homegrown and free Jadam Liquid Fertiliser (JLF)

Jadam Liquid Fertiliser (JLF) – this is the all natural and free fertiliser I use in my home garden. No more store bought fertiliser amendments are needed.

It is a technique of Korean Natural Farming. It is made by fermenting organic materials in water with naturally occurring microorganisms, creating a nutrient-rich liquid that feeds plants and improves soil health. It supplies a broad range of nutrients, beneficial microbes, and trace minerals while reducing reliance on synthetic fertilisers.

Typical Ingredients:

  • Non-chlorinated water (rainwater or dechlorinated tap water)
  • Leaf mould or forest humus (source of beneficial microorganisms)
  • Organic plant materials such as:
    • Weeds
    • Grass clippings
    • Crop residues
    • Leaves
    • Comfrey, nettles, or other nutrient-rich plants
  • Optional additives:
    • Seawater (trace minerals)
    • Molasses or brown sugar (to support microbial activity)
    • Fish scraps, bone meal, or other nutrient-rich organic matter depending on the desired nutrient profile
    • Even manure from some animals can be used (but be careful with what you produce)

Check out this video from Taylor @ Growing with the Griffins who explains it in full detail.

Meet Australian Native Stingless Bees

“Meet Australian Native Stingless Bees” showcases Tetragonula carbonaria and highlights their surprising hive warfare behavior.

The video introduces Australian native stingless bees, specifically the species Tetragonula carbonaria. These bees are known for their gentle nature—they don’t sting—but the footage reveals a dramatic twist: when one hive attempts to invade another, it triggers an intense territorial battle. Despite their lack of stingers, these bees engage in aggressive defense tactics, swarming and grappling in large numbers to protect their colony.

Here’s what’s covered:

  • Species featured: Tetragonula carbonaria, a stingless bee native to Australia.
  • Behavioral focus: Hive defense and inter-hive aggression, described as “all-out war” when one colony attacks another.
  • Visuals: Close-up footage of bees clustering and clashing at hive entrances, illustrating their coordinated defense.
  • Tone: Educational with a hint of drama, emphasizing that “stingless” doesn’t mean passive.

The attack of the Bok Choy

I’m sure some of you will know straight away what’s been attacking my Bok Choy, but since this is the first time growing this wonderful vegetable I was caught by surprise.

Meet the Cabbage White Butterfly. Beautiful but ravenous!

On the next planting of Bok Choy – I’ll be ready for it and take some precautions. I think some netting is in order, and maybe even some sacrificial plants to give them something to have as well.

The first five: my macadamia growing journey begins

Showing off my first 5 macadamia trees which I’ll be keeping in very large pots while I’m living in an urban area. Once I move to some bigger land I’ll plant them in the ground.

Video was originally taken on 21 August 2021.

Varieties shown

  1. A38 grafted
  2. 660 grafted
  3. Daddow grafted
  4. Pinkaliciuos (tetraphylla) direct grown from seed
  5. Bush nut (tetraphylla) direct grown from seed
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