In gardening, one of the most essential elements is creating and maintaining healthy soil. This is where garden magic compost and manure come into play. Compost is essentially decayed organic matter that can be added to the soil to improve its nutrient content and structure. Composting involves the decomposition of kitchen scraps, garden waste, and other organic materials. This process takes time and requires the right conditions, such as a mix of green and brown materials, adequate moisture, and proper aeration. The end result is a nutrient-rich compost that can be added to the garden soil.
Ban Ji-yeon is a 39-year-old investigative news reporter at Trouble Maker. Her job is the most important thing in Ji-yeon’s life, and she’s so passionate about it that colleagues call her a “witch” behind her back. Ji-yeon focuses all her energy on work because she stopped believing in love after her last boyfriend, 41-year-old war photographer Noh Shi-hoon disappeared prior to their wedding day.
Verdict A light-hearted romcom that suffers from haphazard storytelling and an undercooked OTP, with lots of untapped potential and missed opportunities. Verdict A light-hearted romcom that suffers from haphazard storytelling and an undercooked OTP, with lots of untapped potential and missed opportunities.
The end result is a nutrient-rich compost that can be added to the garden soil. Adding compost to the soil helps to improve its fertility, drainage, and overall health. It provides a source of slow-release nutrients, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, which are essential for plant growth.
Finished Witch's Love and these are my thoughts.
Kang Cho-Hong (played by Yoon So-Hee) is a young witch living with her grandmas, running a restaurant by day and performing magic rituals by night, who soon finds herself losing her powers. Ma Sung-Tae (played by Hyun Woo) is a wealthy businessman trying to solve a traumatic puzzle from his childhood, who buys the restaurant building, effectively becoming the witches' landlord overnight. While initially keen on getting rid of him, the witches soon change their tune when they learn he might be the key to restoring Cho-Hong’s powers. But there is more to Sung-Tae’s story than meets the eye…
What worked for me:
- Yo Soon-Hee as Kang Cho-Hong. Easily the character with the more interesting performance and more enthusiastic/combative about the relationship, showing more emotional range than her male counterparts. One of the reasons why I watched the show to completion, with the other being.
- The concept of a Bewitched-like show where the mortal falls for the witch Samantha (Cho-Hong). It's an interesting hook, but one that's never exploited to its full potential, partly because the supernatural elements aren't explored as thoroughly or consistently as in other shows (e.g. Goblin, Hotel del Luna), partly because the main male lead, Sung-Tae, remains mostly one note throughout. This ties neatly into.
What didn't work for me:
- The male leads. I honestly couldn't see sparks flying with any of the male leads. The second male lead, Hwang Jae-Wook, played by Lee Hong-Bin, is mostly harmless and entirely uninteresting. If there is more chemistry with Sung-Tae, it may be because he has more screentime, as he was a bit of a jerk throughout, more possessive than I would like, and rarely allowed himself to show vulnerability around Cho-Hong. No transformation a la Park Seo-Joon from What's Wrong With Secretary Kim?
- Forgotten character and plot threads. Probably the only show I've watched in recent memory where a character who's being built up as the second female lead, and potential love interest for Sung-Tae, is promptly forgotten, giving no resolution to her arc. Were the writers forced to cut episodes and thus plot threads? That CCTV camera installed in Sung-Tae's bedroom also goes nowhere when there's an event practically tailored-made for it.
- The inconsistent de-powering rule. Spoilers. The show establishes early on that the emotional trauma brought about by, say, a boyfriend cheating on you, can take away a witch's power; and a witch without her power will soon lose her youth, looks, and mind. So how come when the grandmas wipe out Sung-Tae's memories against Cho-Hong's wishes, leaving her utterly depressed to the point she'd rather die, she doesn't lose her powers again?
- The confusing "fated man" plot and the dark witch's agenda. Truly, this seems to be a case where the villain's dastardly plot is a result of pure chance rather than any actual planning. What confuses me is that the dark witch predicts some outcomes but is utterly befuddled by others. Spoilers. The show plays around with the idea of Jae-Wook being Cho-Hong's actual fated man rather than Sung-Tae, but it's never entirely clear. And in any case, how was the dark witch planning to exploit this to her benefit? She's only able to do so because Cho-Hong falls in love with Sung-Tae, who just happened to be carrying a death sentence on his chest, a fact the dark witch admits to not knowing initially. She even hints Cho-Hong was supposed to fall for the other guy. Why? None of this makes sense.
- A witch's fate and the harvesting of magic. Spoilers. So no witch ever had an inkling that the dark witch, whom everyone suspects, was harvesting magical power for her own nefarious purposes. Seriously? Even after Cho-Hong and one of the grandmas visited her shop multiple times? When So-Hee actually voiced aloud why no one had ever thought of simply destroying the flasks I actually chuckled at how quickly (and badly) the writers were trying to wrap things up. To make matters worse, the flasks' destruction "cures" (partially, they only seem to have regained their minds) the homeless witches in a scene that was just laughably bad and had no setup whatsoever. Was this particular plot thread also cut in the writers' room?
Verdict: A light-hearted romcom that suffers from haphazard storytelling and an undercooked OTP, with lots of untapped potential and missed opportunities. Some episodes also suffer from audio issues, with the characters' words drowned out by the music or simply lowered into oblivion. The soundtrack has some good tracks that fit the tone of the show and feel at home in this world of witches, but I can't vouch for it entirely as I'm in the process of listening to it. I can share this particular track that I liked though.
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What are your thoughts on the show? Did I miss something? I'd very much appreciate it if someone could explain to me some of the messier plot threads. Hopefully we can get a discussion going. Cheers!
PS: I used spoiler tags just in case.
What are your thoughts on the show? Did I miss something? I'd very much appreciate it if someone could explain to me some of the messier plot threads. Hopefully we can get a discussion going. Cheers!
Compost also helps to improve soil structure, allowing for better root penetration and water retention. Manure, on the other hand, is animal waste that can be used as a fertilizer in the garden. Different types of manure, such as cow, horse, chicken, or sheep manure, have varying nutrient content. Manure is often aged or composted before being added to the soil to reduce the risk of pathogens and weed seeds. Like compost, manure provides a source of nutrients for plants, including nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. It helps to improve soil fertility and can also enhance soil structure. However, it is important to use manure in moderation as excessive application can lead to nutrient imbalances or environmental concerns. When using garden magic compost or manure, it is important to apply them correctly. They can be worked into the soil before planting or used as a top dressing around existing plants. It is generally recommended to incorporate compost or manure into the soil to ensure even distribution of nutrients. Overall, garden magic compost and manure are valuable resources for any gardener. They provide essential nutrients for plant growth while improving soil health and structure. By incorporating these organic materials into the garden, gardeners can create a magical environment for their plants to thrive..
Reviews for "The Magic of Vermicomposting: Turning Waste into Garden Gold"
1. John - 1/5 stars - I was extremely disappointed with Garden Magic compost and manure. I bought a bag and followed the instructions to add it to my garden beds. However, instead of helping my plants grow, it seemed to stunt their growth. They became yellow and weak, and some even died. I tested the soil and found that it had high levels of nitrogen, which I suspect came from this product. I would not recommend Garden Magic compost and manure to anyone.
2. Lisa - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for Garden Magic compost and manure, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. While it did improve the moisture retention in my soil, I noticed an unpleasant odor emanating from my garden after using this product. Additionally, despite claims of being organic, I found small bits of plastic and other debris mixed in with the compost. It was frustrating to have to sift through it before using it in my garden. Overall, I was not satisfied with the quality and would prefer to use a different brand in the future.
3. Alex - 2/5 stars - Garden Magic compost and manure did not work well for my vegetable garden. I applied it as directed, but instead of promoting healthy growth, it created a perfect breeding ground for weeds. I spent more time pulling out unwanted plants than actually tending to my vegetables. Additionally, the compost had a strange texture that I found difficult to work with. It clumped together instead of breaking down, making it hard to spread evenly. I'll be searching for an alternative product next time.