Using Banana Skins As A Natural Fertilizer For Plants

Bananas are one of the most popular fruits out there that are widely consumed. They are delicious and healthy, packed with potassium and pectin, a form of fiber, they are high in antioxidants and can also be a good way to get magnesium and vitamins C and B6.

Bananas are known to reduce swelling, protect against developing type-2 diabetes, aid in weight loss, strengthen the nervous system and help with production of white blood cells, all due to the high level of vitamin B6 that bananas contain.

But bananas are not only good for you and your body, they are also good for your plants! Believe it or not most of the banana skins end up in the garbage bin after the bananas are being eaten. This is absolutely wrong! Especially if you have a garden with some lovely plants that need additional care. We recommend saving the skin next time you eat a banana – as a treat to your garden.

Bananas are a source of calcium, phosphor, potassium and magnesium and they obviously have a positive effect on our bodies, but here is how these minerals act on your soil and plants…

Potassium: This mineral will make your plant stronger and disease-resistant. It is especially beneficial for all varieties of ferns.

Phosphor: Phosphor is a powerful mineral that promotes the growth of fruits and flowers.

Calcium: It is the most important mineral for the soil as it is responsible for the oxygen flow.

So, how to use banana skins for a maximum benefit on your plants? Make a banana skin fertilizer which will provide your garden the much needed minerals. It is easy – just leave the banana skins to dry (don’t worry if they turn black) then grind it in the blender. Mix in some water in order to get a mixture similar to milkshake. Your plants will love it!

If you don’t have a blender just cut the skins into small pieces and dig them into the soil around the plant, or in the soil where you plan to plant something new. You can also store a bigger quantity of dried banana skins and then use them along some mulch for “lasagna” gardening.

 

Using Banana Skins As A Natural Fertilizer For Plants