Organic gardening is really fun because you can produce delicious veggies naturally

right from your garden. The most common source of organic matter is compost. But
there are times that you can't make your own compost and there are times when you
don't have enough organic matter to fertilize your garden. There are liquid fertilizers
available in garden stores. These can be a substitute to regular application of compost,
but organic liquid fertilizer is quite expensive, especially if you have plenty of plants to
fertilize.

Steps
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Combine the raw materials (see Things You'll Need below) in a 1:1:1 ratio.
Example: 1 kg. plant materials, 1 kg. brown sugar, 1 gallon (3.8 L) water. This can be
reduced, just remember the ratio.
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Place the materials in a large water-proof container. Mix the materials together until
the sugar is dissolved in water.
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Cover the container with a piece of cloth and secure with a rubber band.
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1. Cover the container with a piece of cloth and secure with a rubber band.
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Place the container in a quiet, cool and shaded location (such as a garage). Make
sure the container won't be disturbed.

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Leave the container for about a week. Do not disturb or move it as much as possible.
 A week later, you will notice molds growing on the surface. The liquid will have a sweet-
sour smell. It may be disturbing but its worth it. It is a sign that beneficial bacteria has
inhabited the liquid.
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Mix the liquid thoroughly with a stick.
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Strain the liquid into a large plastic bottle, using a strainer. Leave enough space for
the bacteria to breath. The solid materials can be placed into the compost pile, if you
have. Otherwise, throw it in the trash.
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Put the bottle cap loosely on to allow air to enter.
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Place the bottle in a dark, protected area such as a garage.
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1. Place the bottle in a dark, protected area such as a garage.

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Application: Mix 1 cup of the liquid to 1 gallon (3.8 L) of chemical-free water. It is best
applied early in the morning or late afternoon. Use the diluted liquid to water the plants
at their bases.
 For most plants, apply the diluted FPJ at least once a week.