Cover slide for a presentation titled 'Germination Study' with a subtitle 'Using 6 different substrates to germinate Astrophytum asterias' and a date 'July 2025.' The slide features a background image of a cluster of green Astrophytum asterias cacti,
Diagram listing six different substrate types: Shohin Mix, Peat Moss, Coco Coir, Perlite, Calcined Clay, and C&S Starter Mix.
A presentation slide titled "1. Shohin Mix" displays source, composition, and other details about a bonsai soil mixture. The slide includes text details and an image of a bowl filled with various small rocks and particles.
A presentation slide titled '2. Peat Moss' with information about peat moss, including source, composition, and pH level. The slide shows a close-up photo of brown, fibrous peat moss in a container on the right side.
Photo of dried coconut coir in a brown container
Image with a list about Perlite, source Big box store / Amazon, composition 100% inorganic, not sterilized, balanced pH level between 6.5 and 7.5, and a photo of white, porous, rocky Perlite in a brown bowl.
An image showing calcined clay in a brown container with text overlay. The text provides information about calcined clay, including its source, composition, and pH range.
A presentation slide titled '6. Cactus and Succulent Starter Mix' with text boxes indicating its source as 'Own Mix,' composition as '70% Organic/30% Inorganic,' and it being sterilized. The slide features a photo of a container filled with a mixture
A presentation slide titled 'Result and Observation' with bullet points about germination rate, seedling health, and mold growth. The slide includes three photos of young seedlings in small containers, showing green sprouts growing among soil and whi
A presentation slide titled 'Result and Observation' with bullet points about seed germination issues and a section on peat moss, along with three small pots of soil with sprouting seedlings. The slide includes an inset image of seedlings on soil wit
A presentation slide showing results and observations about seedling germination, fungal issues, and mold buildup. The slide includes images of small green seedlings in soil, with a caption noting Plant ID: Astrophytum Asterias, sown on July 1, 2025,
Close-up of small plant seeds sprouting in white perlite within three containers, with a presentation slide mentioning seed germination results and observations for Astrophytum Asterias. The slide notes low germination rate, malnourished seedlings, a
Progress of germinating Astrophytum Asterias seeds in small containers with calcined clay, showing green seedlings. Text overlay indicates good germination rate, healthy seedlings, and slow mold development. Additional information in blue box: Plant
Close-up of three small pots with green succulent seedlings growing in dark soil. The image includes a label with plant information and details about sowing and photo date.
An infographic titled 'Top 3 Best Substrate (Based on Germination Ratio)' showing three different types of soil mixes with young seedlings. The first image shows cactus and succulent starter mix with vibrant green seedlings. The second image displays
Question on a light background: "Why do you think substrate No.6 performed better than the rest?" with a blue abstract leaf graphic on the bottom left and faint scientific graphics in the background.
Graphic with text 'The answer is: sterilization' over a blue watercolor background, with a logo of a leaf and drop, and a faded circular emblem in the background.
Text infographic explaining the role of soil sterilization in gardening, including disease prevention, enhanced germination, controlling harmful organisms, and reducing weed competition.
Instructions for sterilizing soil using two methods: microwave and oven, with images of each process.
Sign warning not to over-sterilize soil, explaining that excessive heat or chemicals can harm seed germination, microbial health, and cause phytotoxicity.
Infographic titled 'Harmful Effects of Over-Sterilization' detailing the destruction of beneficial microorganisms, phytotoxicity, and alteration of soil structure and nutrient availability.
A thank you message with blue watercolor background, handwritten-style text saying 'Thank You!', a blue water droplet logo, and a QR code with website URL 'www.madamcacti.com'.
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