π Healthy vs. π Unhealthy MicrobesUpdated 3 days ago
π’ Healthy Microbes
Healthy Microbes | |
Visual | Dark, rich, crumbly soil β similar in appearance to potting soil or garden compost |
Touch | Slightly moist β you can feel some moisture, but your hands do not get wet |
| Smell | Earthy with a mild, fermented scent β not odorless, but not unpleasant either |
π΄ Unhealthy Microbes (Wet & Oily)
| Unhealthy Microbes | |
|---|---|
Visual | Soggy, clumped, or liquid in consistency. Water or oil may be visible pooling on the surface. |
Touch | Wet β water or oil drips out when squeezed |
Smell | Sour/acidic or strong ammonia-like odor |
β οΈ Wet or clumpy microbes areΒ NOT dead. In most cases, full recovery is possible.
π See: Wet Microbe Recovery Guide
β οΈ Exception: Fully liquified microbes cannot be recovered. If your microbes have completely liquified, they will need to be fully removed and replaced with a new Compost Starter pack. π Shop Compost Starter |