Including algae in compost and algae fertilizer can greatly benefit home gardens, according to AlgenAir. The Baltimore-based firm explains how using algae safely and sustainably helps improve plant growth.


Algae as a Nutrient-Rich Fertilizer Alternative

AlgenAir is the company that introduced the aerium, the first all-natural, algae-based air purifier to the world. The company touts the advantages of algae not only as a natural air purifier plant but also as a nutrient-rich biofertilizer.

As living organisms, algae is naturally rich in beneficial nutrients and growth regulators. Algae notably plays a role in the nitrogen cycle, which leads to it containing high levels of the element.

Moreover, algae strains are also known to contain phosphorus, which it needs for growth, and potassium. When algae breaks down and decomposes, it releases these nutrients into the soil where it is absorbed by plants.

Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are macronutrients essential for plant growth. These nutrients, commonly known as NPK, are also the main components of synthetic fertilizers. As such, algae fertilizers can effectively and safely replace fertilizers used for home gardening.

Benefits of Algae Fertilizer for Plants and Soil

AlgenAir explains that the algae by-product of its organic air purifier can be safely added to compost or to potting soil. The aerium users only need to pour the old algae from their natural air purifiers into their potted plants or home gardens when replacing the algae in their aerium every six to eight weeks.

AlgenAir lists the following as some of the benefits of using algae as a fertilizer and as a soil conditioner:
- Boosts the amount of organic matter in soil
- Improves soil structure and capacity for water retention
- Helps introduce more air into the soil
- Fuels plant growth with rich nutrients
- Acts as soil humus and aids in binding the soil
- Certain algae strains have antifungal properties, which enhances its capabilities as a
biofertilizer

Moreover, promoting the use of algae fertilizer may help reduce the use and production of synthetic fertilizers. In turn, this can help lower the cost of food and plant production in the long run.

AlgenAir notes that the use of its algae-based organic air purifier can help consumers reduce fertilizer and gardening costs while improving oxygen quality indoors.

About AlgenAir

AlgenAir is the inventor of The aerium, the world’s first algae-based air purifier. The company is based in Baltimore, Maryland, and was founded by two graduates of the University of Maryland’s Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology.

AlgenAir aims to help reduce carbon dioxide accumulation and enhance oxygen production indoors. The aerium, the company’s flagship product, is a natural air purifier that uses the Arthrospira platensis strain. AlgenAir offers one-time and subscription-based purchases for its algae and nutrient refills.

For any questions or concerns, visit algenair.com