Cardboard rolls, considered daily household waste, are creating a real recycling revolution in gardening. Experts recommend this simple method both to utilize waste and to create a natural protective shield for plants.
Milli.Az has explored effective ways to use cardboard rolls in gardening:
Ideal containers for seedlings
The most beneficial aspect of cardboard rolls is their use as pots for germinating seeds.
Thanks to their thin cardboard structure, seedlings can be planted directly into the soil together with the roll when they grow. This is especially ideal for plants like beans and peas that dislike having their roots disturbed.
Over time, the cardboard breaks down in the soil and disappears without hindering root development.
Carbon source for compost
Toilet paper rolls satisfy the need for "brown material" (a carbon source) required for compost (natural fertilizer) prepared at home.
Shredded cardboard added to the compost pile creates a nutritious environment for worms and improves soil structure.
Rolls piled up in layers with organic waste break down over several months to become high-nutrient fertilizer.
Protective layer and weed control
Cardboard rolls can be used as shields against weeds, one of the biggest problems in gardening. When rolls are cut, flattened, and laid around plants:
They prevent weed growth.
Help keep the soil moist.
Protect plant roots against sudden temperature changes during seasonal transitions.
Experts emphasize that this simple recycling method not only protects the environment but also makes gardening more efficient and cost-effective.