Give garden plants a ‘boost’ with simple three-ingredient ‘homemade’ plant food
Feeding garden plants is essential for big blooms and healthy plants, but it can be expensive. An expert has shared how Britons can make their own "homemade" feed.
Experts at GardeningExpress.co.uk have shared unusual products which can be used to keep plants healthy and to help give them a “boost”.
Chris Bonnett from the company said: “Plants need a plethora of nutrients and a bit of care to survive.
“Some fertilisers and repellents can be costly when bought, but nature has many of the answers if you have a little bit of time.
“Plants can start to die when they lack the proper nutrients they need to live and then it can be upsetting for plant owners, especially when they live in the house.
“Homemade plant food is an easy and inexpensive way to feed plants without accidentally harming them or breaking the bank.”
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One item which can be used to feed and water plants include sparkling water which contains macronutrients including carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, potassium and sodium.
Chris said these macronutrients can be extremely “beneficial” for garden plants.
Green tea can also be used to water green plants because it is high in iron.
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Chris recommended making a natural food formula which is a “much better idea” and more affordable.
Simply mix one teaspoon of baking soda, one tablespoon of Epsom salts and half a teaspoon of ammonia with a gallon of water.
Leave for one hour or two to dissolve before pouring it over the plants to encourage healthy blooms.