Plants That Like Coffee GroundsMany plants thrive in soil rich in nitrogen. As they decompose, coffee grounds release nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, and other minerals. This is a page about plants that like coffee grounds.
Using Coffee Grounds for Citrus Trees?Citrus trees grow well when fed with used coffee grounds. Care should be taken as it is possible to make the soil too acidic and that might cause issues. Citrus grows best at a soil pH of 6.5.
Feeding Plants VitaminsThis is a page about feeding plants vitamins. Some gardeners use expired vitamins for their plants.
Use Whey for Healthy PlantsMany gardener's use whey to fertilize their plants. It contains nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, and other minerals that are beneficial in small amounts. Too much has the inverse effect and can harm you plants.
Remembering When to Feed PlantsComing up with helpful ways to remind yourself to fertilize your plants will ensure a consistent schedule of feeding and healthier plants.
Free Coffee Grounds for Your Garden at StarbucksThis is a page about getting free coffee grounds for your garden at Starbucks. Starbucks and other coffee shops offer free grounds to their customers. These bags of coffee grounds are a good amendment for your garden soil.
How to Crush Egg ShellsMany gardeners use crushed egg shells as both fertilizer and to get rid of snails and slugs. One quick method for crushing them is to use a rolling pin. This is a page about how to crush egg shells.
Use Epsom Salts for Inexpensive FertilizerThe magnesium sulfate in Epsom salts is a necessary nutrient for many plants including flowers, vegetables, and roses. Mix with water and apply to plants and even seedlings. This is a page about using Epsom salts for inexpensive fertilizer.
Artificial Fertilizers?The main difference between organic and artificial or inorganic fertilizers is the source of the chemicals each contains. Both types must be used according to package instructions so as not to damage your plants. This is a page about artificial fertilizers.
Epsom Salts for PlantsAdding Epsom salts to the water you use for your houseplants is a good practice to help their overall health and vitality, increase blooms, and improve leaf color. This is a page about using epsom salts for plants.
Using Cow Manure in Your GardenManure is a nearly perfect natural fertilizer that can be used throughout your garden. This is a page about using cow manure in your garden.
Using Alpaca Manure in Your Garden?Alpaca manure makes a great soil conditioner for your garden, it improves soil quality, water retention, and is a good fertilizer. This is a page about using alpaca manure in your garden.
Using Chicken Manure as Garden FertilizerComposted chicken manure when mixed with your topsoil makes a great fertilizer. This is a page about using chicken manure as garden fertilizer.
Finding Free ManureIf you have farms nearby, it may be easy to find free manure. This is a page about finding free manure.
Using Coffee Grounds for Strawberry Plants?Coffee grounds are an excellent addition to your garden soil in many instances. This is a page about using coffee grounds for strawberry plants.
The Basics of Fertilizing TreesTrees, like all plants, grow best when given appropriate nutrients. Fertilizers are a great way to ensure your trees get all the nutrients they need. This is a page about the basics of fertilizing trees.
Save Eggshells for Planting TomatoesAdding eggshells to your garden and compost is a common all natural way to add key nutrients to the soil. This is a page about save egg shells for planting tomatoes.
Fertilizing Made EasyKnowing when, what kind, and how much fertilizer to use can seem very confusing. With some research the mystery unravels and you will be able to care for your plants properly. This is a page about fertilizing made easy.
Using Aquarium Water for PlantsThis is a page about using aquarium water for plants. If you have an aquarium consider using the waste water when you clean the tank to fertilizer your garden or houseplants.
Using Cooking Water for Watering PlantsThis is a page about use cooking water for watering plants. Nutrients and minerals such as calcium are released into the water as you cook eggs, veggies, and other foods such as pasta.
Using Rusty Nails for African VioletsThis is a page about using rusty nails for African violets. For years gardeners have used rusty nails to add iron to the soil around certain plants.
Using Fertilizer in Your GardenThis is a page about using fertilizer in your garden. Fertilizing your garden can seem complicated, but synthetic and organic fertilizers are effective when used properly.
Understanding Organic FertilizersThis is a page about understanding organic fertilizers. When you know how your different plants get the balance of nutrients they need, you will grow healthier plants.
Fertilizing Plants With AmmoniaThis is a page about fertilizing plants with ammonia. A small amount of this compound can help feed your plants.
Making and Storing Worm Tea?This is a page about making and storing worm tea. Worm tea is a great natural fertilizer you can make at home.
Using Wood Ashes in Your GardenThis is a page about using wood ashes in your garden. Wood ash can be a good source of potassium, that many garden plants love.
Saving Money on FertilizerThis is a page about saving money on fertilizer. Whether you shop for sales or make your own, there are ways to save money on fertilizer.
Homemade Liquid Fertilizer RecipesThis page contains homemade liquid fertilizer recipes. Sometimes even good garden soil can use a boost.
Foliar Feeding for Garden PlantsThis is a page about foliar feeding for garden plants. In addition to applying fertilizer to the soil, sometimes plants benefit from foliar feeding.
Making Compost TeaThis page is about making compost tea. Fertilizing your plants with this nutrient rich water can be beneficial.
Using Manure in the GardenThis page is about using manure in the garden. Well rotted manure is an excellent compost addition, soil builder and fertilizer.
