Gardeners urged to keep their food wastage as vegetables like potatoes are a great source of nutrients for plants, which are essential for growth and survival in the upcoming warmer months.
Now that the weather is getting warmer and the days are brighter, gardening tasks are becoming very important to ensure that your outdoor spaces are looking as tidy and organised for the hottest months.
Potatoes are very rich in nutrients, and are a great source of potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus. They’re also among the most versatile vegetables. These nutrients are essential for plant growth and survival, especially during the spring and summer seasons.
According to Hot Stuff Works, to reduce food wastage, gardeners can find a second purpose by reusing them for their plants, becoming a nutrient and organic fertiliser.
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Potatoes also break down easily and quickly to make those nutrients bioavailable to plants while improving the soil of the garden. Therefore, don’t throw your potato peels and save them up for this useful hack.
The site explained: “Vegetable peels such as green leftovers, citrus rind, broccoli stalks and potato peels have nutrients that, when added to the soil of your garden, can provide vitamin A and C to your plants. Simply dig a hole, dump all your vegetable peels in, and then cover it with soil. That is more beneficial than throwing them off as waste.”
It’s such a simple process and it requires minimal effort from experienced and non-experienced gardeners and it will only take a few minutes from your time to make.
To do so, place the potato peels in a container and cover them with water. Let it soak in water for 24 hours or up to a week, stirring them occasionally. Then, strain the liquid and dilute the strained liquid with water before applying it to the plants.
Other food wastage that can be used as natural and organic fertilisers are: coffee grounds, banana peels, eggshells, and many more. These food scraps not only reduce food wastage, but also enrich the soil, making them an eco-friendly alternative to the garden – and it’s cost-free.
By doing these simple steps, gardeners can rest assured that their outdoor spaces will remain tidy and vibrant, just in time for the spring and summer months. Now that the weather seems to have been giving us a lot of sunshine and clear skies, now it’s the best time to tackle these tasks.
These early efforts will pay off as your plants begin to bloom and thrive in the warm weather, making your outdoor spaces beautiful and colourful. Plus, by staying on top of garden maintenance now, you’ll have more time to relax and enjoy your garden.
