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Old 08-04-2004, 02:06 PM
redclay
 
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Default Microwave Steriliser


Peter Ramm wrote in message
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A friend of mine is using an old microwave to sterilise soil before
using for cuttings/seeds etc. in his greenhouse.
Is it worth doing?
Will it kill off "good things" as well as bad?
Any comments?
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Pete Ramm

It will work just fine and yes it will kill off everything which is what you
want. Put the soil in a plastic bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Cycle
till the plastic wrap forms a huge bubble. Let it rest till the plastic
resembles a vacuum pack. Remove the plastic, stir and repeat the process.