12 Easy Homemade Fertilizers for Thriving Plants
Want healthier plants without store-bought fertilizers? Try these simple, natural alternatives!
1. Banana Peels – Chop and bury near roots or soak in water for a potassium boost.
2. Coffee Grounds – Sprinkle used grounds around plants to improve soil acidity and organic matter.
3. Eggshells – Crush and mix into the soil for a slow-release calcium source.
4. Epsom Salt – Dissolve 1 tbsp in a gallon of water and spray on leaves for a magnesium boost.
5. Molasses – Mix 1 tbsp in a gallon of water to nourish soil microbes and add essential nutrients.
6. Aquarium Water – Use old (unsalted) fish tank water to provide natural fertilizer.
7. Wood Ash – Lightly sprinkle for potassium and calcium (not for acid-loving plants).
8. Gelatin – Dissolve 1 packet in hot water, mix with 3 cups of cold water, and pour for nitrogen.
9. Milk – Dilute 50/50 with water and spray or pour for a calcium boost.
10. Seaweed – Rinse, chop, soak in water for 24 hours, and use as a liquid fertilizer.
11. Vegetable Scrap Water – Boil scraps, strain, and use the cooled water as a nutrient-rich plant drink.
12. Weed Tea – Steep weeds in water for a few days, strain, and use as a natural fertilizer.
These DIY fertilizers are easy, effective, and eco-friendly—perfect for keeping your plants lush and vibrant!