Why put chilli powder on a garden?: If you like to try something new in gardening, then these strange hacks can be useful for you. When used properly, they can help with minor garden problems and also help keep your plants healthy.
In gardening, people use many household things to keep plants healthy, but some hacks are so strange that it becomes difficult to believe. Many people also use things like chili powder, cinnamon, milk, banana peel and match stick for plants. However, it is important to use these hacks in the right way and in limited quantity. If you also like unique gardening tricks, then know these 5 strange but interesting hacks.
Hack to ward off insects with chili powder
If ants, snails or small insects are bothering plants, some gardeners sprinkle mild chili powder around the soil. Due to its pungent aroma and effect, small insects can stay away. However, using it too much can cause harm to plants, so try it in small quantities only.
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Fungus control with cinnamon powder
It may sound strange, but many people lightly sprinkle cinnamon powder in the soil of plants. It is believed that it can help in reducing the growth of fungus and some bacteria. Many people use it around seedlings, especially during the rainy season.
Free fertilizer from banana peel
People throw away banana peel considering it as garbage, but it is considered beneficial for plants. Plants can be nourished by cutting banana peels into small pieces and pressing them into the soil. People like this hack a lot, especially for flowering plants.
Keep ants away from matchstick?
Some people keep vomited matchsticks in pots. It is believed that some elements present in it can go into the soil and help in keeping small insects and ants away. However, its effect may be different in every plant.
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Soil is healthy with leftover tea leaves
If you drink tea, instead of throwing away used tea leaves, you can try them in the garden. Some people consider the quality of soil to be better by washing it and mixing it with soil. But adding too much quantity can also cause fungus to grow in the soil.