Why Put a Bay Leaf in a Flower Pot: A Trick Many Don't Know

10.06.2024 12:43

Houseplants allow people to get in touch with nature without leaving home.

However, in order for plants to develop well, not get sick and not be attacked by pests, they need to be looked after well.

To do this, you should know the characteristics of each flower, maintain optimal conditions, remember the rules of watering, and add nutrients in a timely manner.

But that's not all. Sometimes it's worth paying attention to the tricks used by experienced gardeners. For example, you might hear that it's customary to put a bay leaf in a flower pot.

What is the meaning of this action?

As it turns out, bay leaf can be safely considered a real "vitamin supplement" for plants, since it has enormous benefits.

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The spice contains a lot of vitamins, minerals and essential oils.

As a result, you provide your plants with high-quality additional care.

Also, based on bay leaf, you can prepare infusions and decoctions that are used once every 30 days.

Previously we talked about how you can use potassium permanganate at your dacha .

Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor