Homemade apple fertilizer: The secret to thriving geraniums

Geraniums are relatively low-maintenance plants, making them suitable for almost anyone to care for. During their flowering period, they impress with various colors, ranging from whites to pinks, reds, and purples.

How can you nurture seedlings so they grow lush and are profusely covered with flowers in the season? Here are a few tricks well-known to seasoned gardeners.

Seasoned geranium enthusiasts are well aware of the effectiveness of apple fertilizer. What underpins its success? This homemade mixture is rich in essential nutrients, such as potassium, phosphorus, and nitrogen. How do we prepare it? You just need a quart of water and four apples.

Start by peeling the apples and placing the peels in a jar, then cover them with water. Gently cover the jars and set them aside in a shaded place for about four days. After this period, strain the fertilizer and mix the resulting liquid with water at a 1:1 ratio. Water the geraniums with this mixture once a week.

Geraniums require regular watering, especially on hot days. It is recommended to water them in the morning and evening to prevent overwatering. These plants store water well, so an excess can lead to root rot. Pots with drainage help remove excess water, which is crucial for the healthy growth of geraniums.

Homemade fertilizers are beneficial for encouraging abundant blooming in geraniums. In addition to the apple peel fertilizer, ingredients such as sugar or iodine can be used to make nourishing solutions. Regular fertilization supports growth and blooming and enhances the plants' disease resistance. With these methods, geraniums will beautify balconies all summer long.