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Posted on 1st Sep 2021
Plants are an integral part of any home and garden. They provide a beautiful aesthetic, as well as the feeling of being connected to nature. But not all plants thrive in every environment, and it can be difficult to know how to help them grow healthy and strong. Luckily there are some secrets that you can use so that your plants will always be happy!
Plants are amazing living beings that give us oxygen, serve as food for animals and humans alike, provide shade from the sun, and reduce stress. Yet many people don't realize how much work goes into keeping plants healthy. The truth is that plant care can be tough - sometimes wildlife might eat your plants or they might die because of lack of sunlight or water. But there are several things you can do to naturally boost your plants' health and growth without using any chemicals!
Here are six secrets to help make sure your plants stay happy:
Natural fertilizers can be made from a variety of different things. You can use compost, manure, worm castings, or even banana peels! If you’re worried about odor, worm castings are one of the best options and you can learn more here, to help you understand all of the benefits. These all provide nutrients to your plants that are both healthy and natural. When choosing what kind of fertilizer you want to use for the type of plant you have, make sure it is organic so that there aren't any chemicals or artificial ingredients that could be detrimental to the plant.
The best time to apply a natural fertilizer is in early spring and late fall when your plants are dormant, as this will encourage them to grow strong roots while still being healthy during colder months. You should also make sure you water your plants before applying fertilizer so they can properly seep into the soil and get to your plant's roots.
A weed is something that grows in your garden without being planted by you. These can be especially detrimental to plants because they will compete for sunlight, water, and soil nutrients. If left unchecked, weeds may even grow bigger than the plant itself!
To prevent this from happening, make sure you cover up all open space around your plants with mulch. This is a natural material, such as sawdust or wood chips that cover the soil and don't allow weeds to grow. It also helps your plants retain moisture so they won't dry out!
Potting mix is the soil that goes inside of a plant's pot. If you want to make sure your plants grow healthy, they need to be full of nutrients and have good drainage so they don't get too soggy or dry out.
Compost provides both of these things! It has lots of nutrients from organic matter in nature, and it is porous, so water can drain through easily. But you don't need to buy compost from a store - if you make your own in your backyard, that's even better!
A lot of people don't realize that there are natural ways to prevent pests from attacking your plants - and some of them can even get rid of the ones you already have. One good example is a mixture made with water and apple cider vinegar, which works because it has acetic acid in it that kills any bugs or insects in contact.
Bees are amazing creatures that provide us with honey, but they also work as pollinators. Pollination is when a bee moves pollen from one plant to another so it can fertilize and produce fruit!
If you want your plants to be healthy, then you need bees in the surrounding area - because, without this natural process of pollination, we would have a lot less fruit to eat. Bees need things like nectar and pollen in order to live, so make sure you plant flowers that provide both of these - bees will be attracted by the color or scent!
Last but not least, one of the best things you can do for your plants is to give them love and consistency! Make sure they are in an environment that encourages growth - with a lot of sunlight and water. You will also need to make sure their needs (such as humidity) are met so they don't dry out or get too moist.
Be consistent with these plants so they can grow healthy and strong, and you will have delicious food to eat in no time!
Growing healthy plants is not a difficult task, but it does require some time and attention. If you follow these 6 secrets to boost your plant's health and growth naturally, then you're sure to have delicious food in no time!
