An inexpensive pharmacy drug can become an indispensable assistant in plant care.
Experienced gardeners tend to use folk remedies, because they are almost always at hand and are cheaper than special preparations.
One of these means is iodine. Florists have identified several reasons why they use it to feed plants:
- stimulates the formation of buds;
- prolongs flowering;
- accelerates plant recovery after disease;
- protects against diseases.
What plants love iodine
Almost all flowers respond well to such feeding. For example, anthurium will revive and bloom in a couple of months if it is periodically watered with the solution.
With iodine, gladioli and snapdragons will bloom and radiate health. Geranium and chrysanthemum also love this kind of feeding. Plants will receive additional resources for abundant flowering.
When not to use
There are situations when the use of iodine is unacceptable. 3 examples when the pharmacy product is not used:
- the plant has recently been replanted;
- dry soil, the flower has not been watered for a long time;
- the plant is sick.
Thus, flowers are first watered with ordinary water. If the plant is withering for a reason not related to the disease, then iodine is used.
How to prepare fertilizer
The generally accepted proportion is 1 drop of iodine per 1 liter of water. However, some gardeners increase the dosage to 3-4 drops.
If you water on damp soil, there will be no harm to the plants. But you need to mix the solution thoroughly before using.
