From Plates to Plants: 5 Natural plant fertilizers around you!

Subhadrika Sen

Banana peel has rich Potassium and Calcium content. They can be added to your compost or soaked in water to create a liquid fertilizer

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Egg shells contain calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, and potassium which improves soil structure

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The starch in pasta water helps in the growth of healthy bacteria which in turn leads to strong plant growth

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While fresh coffee is good for acid-loving plants; used coffee grounds help in attracting bio-organisms, providing nitrogen and keeping pests away

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Used tea leaves provide nitrogen, hydration and tannic acid which aids in root development

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