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Natural Houseplant Fertilizer

Natural houseplant fertilizer is simple to make, budget-friendly, and protects your loved ones from harmful chemicals. The mixture of oats and tea naturally protects plants from pests and diseases!
Prep Time2 minutes
Active Time5 minutes
Soaking Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 7 minutes
Course: DIY Project
Cuisine: Nontoxic
Keyword: diy houseplant fertilizer, houseplant fertilizer plum branch home, natural houseplant fertilizer
Yield: 6 cups
Author: Molly LaFontaine of Plum Branch Home

Equipment

  • 1 pot
  • 1 Large glass bowl
  • 1 Spoon
  • 1 fine mesh strainer

Materials

  • 6 cups water boiling
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 2 black tea bags/sachets

Instructions

  • Add water to a pot and bring to boil on the stovetop over high heat
  • Cut open tea bags/sachets and dump grounds into a large bowl
  • Add oats to bowl
  • Once water is boiling pour over ingredients in the bowl and mix with a spoon
  • After soaking, strain the mixture with a fine mesh strainer.
  • Use about 1/3 cup of this fertilizer for each plant, adjusting the amount as needed.