Don’t Throw Away Old Sponges: “They’re Worth Their Weight in Gold” | I Still Use Them Like This in the Garden | June 18, 2025

Do you have old kitchen sponges and think they are no longer useful? Think again! These little wonders can work miracles for your plants. Yes, yes, you read that right! And what’s more, it’s a great way to recycle. 🌿

“The best ideas are often the simplest.”

Step by step to recycle your sponges
Preparation and disinfection of used sponges
Here’s how:

Washing and disinfecting:
Wash the sponge in hot water: This will remove any dirt and food debris.
Disinfect it with vinegar or baking soda:
Vinegar: Fill a container with vinegar and soak the sponge for 24 hours.
Baking soda: Mix baking soda with water to form a solution, and soak the sponge for 24 hours.
Alternative: You can also use bleach to disinfect the sponge, but vinegar and baking soda are gentler on the environment.
Cutting:

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