IF you often struggle to keep your houseplants alive (don’t worry, we do too), then you’ve come to the right place.
There’s nothing worse than someone giving you a and just days later, it’s looking worse for wear.
But now, luckily for you, we’ve found a that will ensure your plants bloom for years.
And fear not, you on pricey – in fact, the secret may even be in your .
in particular are said to find this trick ‘so tasty’, so if you want to ensure repeat blooming, this homemade feed is one you won’t want to miss.
When it comes to caring for , it is important to only feed them once a month during the growing season, which is and .
It turns out that overfeeding can be harmful, so it’s important to avoid excess fertiliser.
And now, enthusiasts have shared a super simple homemade fertiliser – and the key ingredient is .
Taking to the Gardening Hints and Tips page, an user explained: “In the summer, I feed my houseplants with a homemade banana soak.
“My peace lily loves it, just thought I’d share it in case anyone is struggling.
“I’ve always struggled to get my peace lilies looking good, but bananas make them bloom for years.”;
The guru then added: “Once I’ve eaten a banana or given it to my dog, I’ll chop the peel and soak it in some warm water.
“After a few days, pour sparingly on your plants, so tasty for them.”;
The post attracted numerous comments from other houseplant enthusiasts, who also praised the effective banana peel trick.
One user beamed: “Heard lots about this, so I gave it a go. I only use it now and again and then a proper feed in between, but it’s fantastic.”;
Whilst a second chimed in: “All houseplants love this, not just peace lilies, but be careful not to over water.”;
I’ve always struggled to get my peace lilies looking good, but bananas make them bloom for years
Facebook user
According to houseplant enthusiasts, soaking banana peels in water releases nutrients such as potassium, phosphorus and magnesium, which are beneficial for many houseplants, but peace lilies in particular.
It is crucial to dilute the banana water with water to make it last longer and ensure it doesn’t overwhelm the plant.
Not only this, but banana peels can also be used to fertilise outdoor plants, including , bell peppers, roses and hydrangeas.
If planting a new plant, you should simply scatter some banana peels beneath the compost, or place them around the top of the soil.
Not only will this be beneficial to your plants, but it can also help to deter such as , who hate rough surfaces.
