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DIY Banana Peel Fertilizer

Published: May 10, 2023 · Updated: May 10, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links. We earn commission from purchases made. ·

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Before you toss those banana peels in the trash, grab a mason jar and make some DIY banana peel fertilizer.

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Jump to:
  • How to make banana peel fertilizer
  • What plants like banana peel fertilizer?
  • Banana Peel FAQ

How to make banana peel fertilizer

  • 2-3 banana peels
  • mason jars with lids
  • water

Depending on the size of your mason jars, fit 2-3 banana peels into the jar and fill it with water. Then, close the lid and let it sit in a sunny area of your home for about a week.

Remove the banana peels and use the liquid as a liquid fertilizer.

What plants like banana peel fertilizer?

an infographic about what plants like banana peel fertilizer, orchids roses tomatoes peppers strawberries banana trees
  1. Orchids
  2. Roses
  3. Peppers
  4. Tomatoes
  5. Banana trees
  6. Strawberries

Banana Peel FAQ

Is banana peel fertilizer acidic or basic?

After about a week, this banana peel fertilizer if very acidic!

What nutrients are in banana peel fertilizer?

Potassium is the main nutrient in banana peels.

What are the disadvantages of banana peel fertilizer?

The main disadvantage is that it will attract gnats and fruit flies.

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