Liquid Fertilizer

Prep: 5 min

A simple, effective liquid fertilizer made from household ingredients, ideal for container plants, promoting healthy growth with minimal effort and easily accessible components.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. saltpeter (potassium-nitrate)
  • 1 tsp. Epsom salt (magnesium-sulfate)
  • 1 speck Borax (20 Mule Team)
  • 1 drop household ammonia

Instructions

  1. Dissolve 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of saltpeter, 1 teaspoon of Epsom salt, 1 speck of Borax, and 1 drop of household ammonia in one gallon of water.
  2. Shake well before each use to ensure ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Use this mixture as a liquid fertilizer for container-grown plants.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

13 kcal 1% DV

Macronutrients

Protein 0g
Total Fat 0g
Carbs 6.9g 3% DV
Fiber 0.1g
Sugar 0g

Electrolytes

Sodium 12339.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 7mg

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium 1475mg 100% DV
Iron 2.8mg 16% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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