@@wicklowpatster For most gardening purposes, there's no need to wash the salt off seaweed, especially if you're using it in small amounts and it's already been rinsed by the tide. The salt content is typically low and breaks down naturally in the soil. However, if you're concerned about salt-sensitive plants or using a large amount of fresh seaweed, a quick rinse with water can help remove any excess salt. Thanks for watching!
@wicklowpatster That's great, best of luck with it! We started two years ago when our field was just grass. It's a lot of work, but fun and rewarding.
@wicklowpatster I'd definitely recommend joining your local Beekeeping Association. Most run beginner courses this time of year. As well as a course, I was fortunate enough to shadow a beekeeper for the season in 2020, [ @PortmarnockHoneyTV ],and he was a great help mentoring me when I got my own bees in 2021. UA-cam is also great, and I recommend joining a group called Irish Beekeeping on Facebook.
Beautiful shots
Thanks, it was a cold morning but worth getting to the beach early.
Subscribed to get you monetized quicker. Keep up the great content. I’m on the same journey this year
Thanks. Hope you'll enjoy the videos too!
Would you not need to wash the salt off first?
@@wicklowpatster For most gardening purposes, there's no need to wash the salt off seaweed, especially if you're using it in small amounts and it's already been rinsed by the tide. The salt content is typically low and breaks down naturally in the soil. However, if you're concerned about salt-sensitive plants or using a large amount of fresh seaweed, a quick rinse with water can help remove any excess salt. Thanks for watching!
@BuzzingIreland thanks for the response and the video! Subbed. We're hoping to set up a small homestead this year in Wicklow or Wexford
@wicklowpatster That's great, best of luck with it! We started two years ago when our field was just grass. It's a lot of work, but fun and rewarding.
@@BuzzingIreland thanks! Considering keeping bees too but need to do a lot more research first, any advice on starting out?
@wicklowpatster I'd definitely recommend joining your local Beekeeping Association. Most run beginner courses this time of year. As well as a course, I was fortunate enough to shadow a beekeeper for the season in 2020, [ @PortmarnockHoneyTV ],and he was a great help mentoring me when I got my own bees in 2021. UA-cam is also great, and I recommend joining a group called Irish Beekeeping on Facebook.