3 unique folk tips for watering seedlings. Do you already know about them?

02.02.2023 16:41
Updated: 13.04.2023 19:56

In addition to clean water, plants need liquids that contain nutrients, vitamins, and microelements.

For this purpose, you can use complex fertilizers, or you can pamper the seedlings with proven remedies prepared according to folk recipes.

Iodine

This preparation has a positive effect on the immunity of seedlings and promotes their growth.

To prepare the solution, add 1 drop of iodine to 3 liters of soft water and use to water 1-month-old seedlings at the roots.

Yeast

The product, which is commonly used in cooking, is a source of B vitamins and has a beneficial effect on the growth of roots and the above-ground part of seedlings.

Seedling
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To prepare a nutrient solution, you will need to mix 15 g of sugar and 5 g of yeast (dry) in 5 liters of warm water. Leave the fertilizer in a warm place for 3-4 hours, and then add water to a volume of 20 liters.

Potassium permanganate

Potassium permanganate is used to strengthen the immunity of seedlings and disinfect the soil.

Watering is done with a light pink solution every 2 weeks.

Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources


Content
  1. Iodine
  2. Yeast
  3. Potassium permanganate