French Women Put Coins in Plant Pots: The Reason Will Surprise You – and It’s Not Superstition

10.03.2024 01:20
Updated: 09.08.2024 12:38

Every gardener has his own secrets and tricks that are used when growing flowers.

French women often use a trick with a copper coin, which they put in a flower pot. And why they do this, it is worth looking into a little more detail.

Why a copper coin?

It is worth noting right away that the main focus is on the copper coin.

Copper acts as a fungicide, protecting plants from fungal diseases. Therefore, such a coin has a completely rational explanation.

Copper coins can also repel ants, which can cause serious damage to plants.

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Of course, this method can be called preventive, but it is no coincidence that French women have been using this technique for a long time.

Earlier we talked about why you should add baking soda when frying onions.

Igor Zur Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor