Even the most neglected vegetable gardens or plants can be revitalized with the natural fertilizer that bananas provide for the soil.
Why Plant a Banana in the Ground?
Spring requires more garden maintenance compared to winter. You still need to water and fertilize your plants consistently, even during the colder months. The demand for homegrown organic produce has increased during and after the lockdowns and the pandemic. Besides being a gratifying hobby, gardening can also reduce stress.
Using organic fertilizers from your kitchen can save time, money, and the environment by replacing artificial fertilizers. Eggshells, coffee grounds, fruit peels, and vegetable scraps make excellent plant food. Another option is to bury a whole banana. Here’s how and why it benefits your plants.
How to Use Bananas as Fertilizer
Bananas are a common kitchen staple, making them easy to find and use. Here’s what to do:
1. **Dig a Hole:** If you have potted plants or a garden, dig a hole in the soil or container.
2. **Plant the Banana:** Place the whole banana into the hole.
3. **Wait:** Over the next few days, the banana will decompose, releasing nutrients into the soil, which the plants will gradually absorb.
Benefits of Using Bananas
As the banana breaks down, it releases potassium, which strengthens plants’ defense mechanisms against parasites and diseases. Planting a whole banana helps nourish the roots, protecting them from cold and drought. In fruit plants, bananas encourage the production of higher-quality fruit, and in flowering plants, they promote blooming.
Using Banana Peels
In addition to whole bananas, banana peels can be used as fertilizer. Let them macerate in a glass jar with water before applying them to your plants.
