A Natural Elixir for Geraniums β This Simple Recipe Will Make Them Bloom Profusely. See details in the first comment.
Why use natural fertilizers?
Chemical fertilizers are fast-acting, but they can acidify the soil over time, disrupt the natural pH, and weaken plant roots. Natural Elixirs:
support healthy development of roots and leaves,
stimulates flowering in a sustainable way,
improve resistance to diseases and pests,
They are organic, cheap and easy to prepare at home.
πΌ Natural Elixir for Lush Geranium Blooming β Recipe
Ingredients:
1 liter of decanted water (preferably rainwater or boiled water)
1 tablespoon of dry baker’s yeast or ΒΌ cube of fresh yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda (optional β helps with potassium absorption)
π Prepare:
Let the solution sit for 2-4 hours, until it begins to ferment slightly.
Before watering, you can add baking soda and mix gently.
Apply the prepared elixir 1-2 times a month β directly to the soil near the plant, not on the leaves or flowers. Other homemade elixirs worth knowing:
Eggshells β ground and added to pots to enrich the soil with calcium.
Banana peel decoction β rich in potassium, stimulates flowering.
Nettle or horsetail infusions β strengthen plants and repel aphids.
π§Ί Tips for geranium care:
Remove wilted flowers so the plant doesn’t waste energy on seed formation.
Trim the tips regularly to encourage branching.
Don’t overwater! Geraniums prefer a slight dryness instead of constant moisture.