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Most Don’t Know: 10 Top Organic Fertilizers That Supercharge Your Plants
If your plants look a little tired or your garden isn’t producing like it should, the problem might not be sunlight or water — it might be what’s missing in the soil. While chemical fertilizers can give plants a quick boost, they often harm the soil long-term and don’t promote sustainable growth.
That’s where organic fertilizers come in — nature’s way of feeding your plants while nurturing the soil. Surprisingly, many of the best organic fertilizers are already in your home or kitchen. And most people don’t even know they’re this powerful.
Here are 10 top organic fertilizers that can supercharge your plants and boost your garden’s growth naturally.
🌱 1. Banana Peels
Rich in potassium and phosphorus, banana peels are fantastic for flowering plants and fruit trees.
How to use: Chop up the peel and bury it near the roots or soak in water to make a liquid fertilizer.
🥚 2. Crushed Eggshells
Loaded with calcium, eggshells help strengthen plant cell walls, especially useful for tomatoes, peppers, and squash.
How to use: Rinse, dry, crush finely, and sprinkle into soil or compost.
☕ 3. Used Coffee Grounds
These contain nitrogen, potassium, and magnesium — essential nutrients for plant growth. They’re also great for acid-loving plants like blueberries and azaleas.
How to use: Mix into compost or sprinkle lightly into soil (avoid overuse to prevent acidity).
🐟 4. Fish Emulsion
This powerhouse liquid fertilizer is high in nitrogen and excellent for leafy greens.
How to use: Available at garden stores or make at home by blending fish scraps with water and letting it ferment. Dilute before using.
🍚 5. Rice Water
The starchy water left after rinsing or boiling rice contains trace minerals and nutrients.
How to use: Let it cool, then water your plants with it for a mild growth boost.
🌾 6. Compost Tea
A liquid made by steeping finished compost in water — rich in beneficial microbes and nutrients.
How to use: Steep a bag of compost in a bucket of water for 24–48 hours, then pour onto soil.
🌿 7. Epsom Salt
Contains magnesium and sulfur — great for chlorophyll production and overall plant health.
How to use: Dissolve 1 tablespoon in a gallon of water and use monthly.
🌰 8. Wood Ash
From untreated wood, ash adds potassium and raises pH in acidic soils.
How to use: Sprinkle lightly into compost or directly into soil (avoid using around acid-loving plants).
