Sup folks,
Just finished brewing some Aloe Vera FPJ, super excited to start using it.
Aloe Vera Fermented Plant Juice is a nutrient-rich, organic liquid fertilizer made by fermenting aloe vera gel and pulp with equal parts muscovado or brown sugar. This concoction acts as a powerful soil drench or foliar spray (diluted 1:500) to enhance plant growth, soil microorganisms, and overall plant health
Benefits and Usage:
Plant Growth: Rich in amino acids and nutrients that enhance growth, particularly beneficial for early development.
Soil Health: Promotes microbial activity in the soil
Root Development: Significantly improves the strength and reach of the root system.
Stress Recovery: Helps plants bounce back from transplanting, extreme temperature changes, or physical damage.
Disease Resistance: Enhances the plant’s natural ability to fight off pests and pathogens
Application:
Always dilute FPJ before applying it to your plants to avoid “burning” them with high sugar or nutrient concentrations.
Standard Dilution: Mix 1 tablespoon of FPJ per 1 litre of water
Foliar Spray: Spray the diluted solution directly onto the leaves for quick nutrient absorption.
Soil Drench: Apply directly to the soil around the base of the plant to improve soil health and feed the roots
I didn’t take any pics at the time of making but I will be making some more from my big defoliation on Sunday/Monday.
The recipe is so simple. 1 to 1 ratio of plant material and brown sugar or molasses.
Harvest Early: Collect your plant material early in the morning before sunrise when the plant’s nutrient levels and moisture (dew) are at their peak. It will still produce a good fpj if you can’t collect plant material until later in the day. It’s just a best practice to be done earlier.
Prep the plant material: Chop your material into small, thumb-sized pieces to increase the surface area for fermentation.
Mix with Sugar: Weigh your chopped aloe and mix it thoroughly with an equal weight of brown sugar until every piece is coated.
Pack and Cap: Fill a clean glass jar about 3/4 full with the mixture. Add a thin layer (“cap”) of sugar on top to prevent mould and regulate oxygen.
Ferment: Cover the jar with a breathable material (like a paper towel or cloth) and secure it with a rubber band. Store it in a cool, shaded area for 5 to 14 days.
Extract: Once it develops a sweet, slightly alcoholic scent, strain the liquid into a clean container.
It’s a really cool process to watch happening right in front of you. If your plants are in living soil, I encourage you to make your own and try it out.
Peace and love
Bongo
