Houseplants Watered with Banana Peel Fertilizer: A Natural Growth Stimulant (Page 2 ) | April 9, 2025

Banana peels (3 to 4 peels) Water
(4 to 5 cups)

Instructions:

Boil the peels:
Combine the banana peels and water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
Blend and strain:
Let the mixture cool, then blend until smooth. Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve.
Storage and use:
Transfer the liquid fertilizer to a container. Use it to water your plants every two weeks in summer and once a month in winter and fall.

2. Cold fertilizer for banana peel

This method is perfect if you are short on time or prefer a heat-free approach.

Instructions:

Cut the banana peels into small pieces.
Submerge the pieces in a jar of water and let them soak for 2 to 3 days.
Strain the water and use it to water your plants. You can also place the remaining peels in your compost or directly into the soil.

3. Fertilizer for dried banana peel

For a long-lasting, slow-release fertilizer, use dried banana peels.

Instructions:

Dry the peels:
Cut the banana peels into small pieces and bake them in a low oven until they are blackened and dry.
Grind and store:
Once cooled, grind the dried peels into a fine powder.

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