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The orchid has in recent years found a place in the hearts of many people. Growing this plant itself, however, is not easy. The orchid requires peat soil and gentle watering. But for the flower to have enough nutrients, the plant needs to be given something. We’ll advise you how to achieve magical blooms full of color.
Banana peel
A miracle for growing orchids is the banana peel, which can provide the flower with many necessary nutrients. The banana peel contains many active and important components that strongly support the orchid during flowering.
Components of the banana peel
- potassium
- phosphorus
- magnesium
- nitrogen
All these substances are pure gold for the proper growth of orchids. The plant absorbs as many substances as it currently needs, so it is not possible to overdose the plant.
We will show you 3 methods to make banana fertilizer.
Banana peel tea
Leave banana peels in the sun for some time. When the peel hardens, chop it. Put 1 teaspoon of this crush into 200 ml of boiling water. Boil briefly and then let cool. After cooling, water the plant with this liquid.
Banana tincture
Peel 2 bananas and put the peels into a glass container. Pour in 2 liters of water and let stand for 2 days. After 2 days, strain the liquid through a cloth and mix the liquid with water in a 1:1 ratio.
Powder
Cut the banana peel into pieces and arrange them flesh-side up on a baking sheet. Bake them in the oven until they are crispy and dry. Then let them cool, grind into a powder, and add to your plant’s pot.
Plant care
Do you long for strong and beautifully colored orchid leaves? Thanks to the banana peel they will be strong, healthy and gorgeous. As soon as you notice the growth of a new leaf or shoot, fertilize the plant using the methods described above.
If you bring home a plant that is currently flowering, start fertilizing only 4 months later.
