Your indoor plants don’t have to depend only on chemical cocktails from the store. You throw a lot of first-class nutrients in the trash or pour them down the sink every day. Homemade natural fertilizers are cheap, organic, and plants grow like water after them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are 6 proven tips for homemade nutrition that your green jungle will love!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Coffee grounds (Logr) – A boost for lovers of sour
Coffee grounds are literally loaded with nitrogen, but also contain potassium and phosphorus. In addition, they can slightly acidify the soil.
Who is suitable for: Monstera, ficus, anthurium, ferns or orchids.
How to do it: Let the soil dry thoroughly first (if it is wet, it will mold in the pot). Then gently work it into the top layer of the substrate. One teaspoon per pot is enough once a month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Banana peels \u2013 Potassium bomb for flowers
Banana peels are one of the richest natural sources of potassium, which strengthens plant immunity and promotes abundant flowering.
Who is suitable for: Flowering houseplants (African violets, wandering) and ornamental plants with leaves.
How to: Cut the banana peel into pieces, place in a mason jar, cover with water and leave to infuse for 24\u201348 hours. Strain the infusion and use as a regular watering can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Boiled egg (or potato) water \u2013 Mineral cocktail
When you boil eggs, calcium is released into the water. When you boil potatoes or pasta, the water is enriched with starches that activate beneficial microorganisms in the soil.
Who is suitable for: All types of houseplants.
How to do it: Never pour out the cooking water. Let it cool completely to room temperature and water the plants with it.
Caution: The water must not be salted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Eggshells \u2013 A long-term source of calcium
If you have plants at home that do not tolerate acidic soil and need calcium, shells are an ideal choice. They neutralize acidity and strengthen the plant’s cell structure.
Who they are suitable for: Succulents, cacti, palms or dracaenas.
How to do it: Rinse the shells, let them dry and grind them (ideally in a blender or mortar) into a fine powder. Mix this powder into the substrate when transplanting, or sprinkle it on the surface of the soil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Yeast \u2013 A growth elixir full of vitamin B
Yeast works as a great growth stimulant. It contains B vitamins, minerals and trace elements that support the formation of the root system and leafy greens.
Who is it for: Weak, stunted or newly transplanted plants that need a kick.
How to do it: Dissolve 1 cube of fresh yeast (or 1 packet of dried) in 1 liter of warm water. Let the solution work for about 2 hours. Then dilute it with clean water in a ratio of 1:5 and water the plants. Use no more than once every two months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wood ash \u2013 Potassium and phosphorus without chemicals
If you have a fireplace at home or use wood for heating, you’ve won. Clean wood ash (not from briquettes or varnished wood) is a great source of phosphorus and potassium and also has a mild disinfectant effect against mold.
Who is it for: Plants that like more alkaline soil (e.g., thickets, zamiokulkas).
How to do it: Just take a pinch of ash (approximately half a teaspoon per medium pot) and mix it with the top layer of clay.
\u26a0\ufe0f Golden rule in conclusion: Don’t overdo it with natural fertilizers either. Fertilize indoor plants mainly during the period of active growth (from spring to autumn) and it always applies that less is sometimes more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Which of these fertilizers will you try first, or do you already have experience with any of them?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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