Old sponges, don’t throw them away: “they’re worth gold” | I always use them like this in the garden

Do you have old kitchen sponges and think they are no longer useful? Think again! These little wonders can work wonders for your plants. Yes, you read that right! And what’s more, it’s a great way to recycle. 

“The best ideas are often the simplest.”

Step by step to recycle your sponges
Preparing and disinfecting used sponges
Here’s how to do it:

Washing and disinfecting:
Wash the sponge in hot water: This will remove dirt and food debris.
Disinfect it with vinegar or baking soda:
Vinegar: Fill a container with vinegar and soak the sponge for 24 hours.
Baking soda: Mix baking soda with water to form a solution, and soak the sponge for 24 hours.
Alternative: You can also use bleach to disinfect the sponge, but vinegar and baking soda are gentler on the environment.
Cutting:

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