Its amazing where prickly pear will take root. Many years ago, one was growing from an angle iron deer blind frame, sandwiched between plywood and frame. I couldn't believe it took root with NO EARTH WHATSOEVER, thats a pretty resilient plant.
I think as long as there is some type of moisture accumulation cactus can take root just about anywhere. It doesn't have to be very much moisture either.
An expedient oxygen absorber for a 5 gallon storage container can be made by placing a golf ball size piece of steel wool and a tablespoon of salt inside a paper napkin and placing it in the container. The salt will absorb the residual moisture and the steel wool will naturally absorb the oxygen.
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Make Your Own Electrolyte Beverage (Gatorade, Pedialyte, etc.)
To one quart of water add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 8 teaspoons of granulated sugar. Thoroughly mix all ingredients together.
This will replace electrolytes lost by the body due to dehydration caused by diarrhea, vomiting, excessive sweating, etc. A package of Kool-Aid, Crystal Light, etc. may be added to enhance the flavor and color.
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Smart squirrel!
Its amazing where prickly pear will take root. Many years ago, one was growing from an angle iron deer blind frame, sandwiched between plywood and frame. I couldn't believe it took root with NO EARTH WHATSOEVER, thats a pretty resilient plant.
To: Gorges Smythe
Nature can teach us a great deal if we pay attention.
Thanks Gorges.
RW
To: anonymous 7:41
I think as long as there is some type of moisture accumulation cactus can take root just about anywhere. It doesn't have to be very much moisture either.
Thanks anon.
RW
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