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House Plant Fertilizer
/ 1103This easy-to-make solution is a practical way to add essential nutrients to your indoor plants.
Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
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| 1 | teaspoon | Baking Powder |
Baking Powder
Baking powder is a leavening agent used in baking to make doughs and batters rise. It belongs to the chemical leavening agent family. It's used to help baked goods rise and become fluffy.
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| 1 | teaspoon | Epsom Salts | ||
| 1 | gallon | Water » tepid |
Water
Water, the essence of life, is a transparent, tasteless, and odorless liquid that covers about 71% of the Earth's surface. Its neutral flavor allows other ingredients to shine while enhancing the overall texture
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| 1 | teaspoon | Saltpeter |
Saltpeter
Saltpeter, known chemically as potassium nitrate (KNO₃), is a naturally occurring mineral that has been used for centuries in various applications.
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Its name comes from the Medieval Latin "sal petrae," meaning "salt of rock," |
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| 1/2 | teaspoon | Ammonia |
Ammonia
Ammonia - pronounced 'uh-mohn-yuh, is a common and effective household cleaner, often found in solutions specially formulated for cleaning various surfaces.
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This chemical is particularly good at tackling tough grease and dirt on glass |
| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Minutes | 0 Minutes | 5 minutes |
Directions:
1. Start with 1 gallon of tepid water.
2. Add Epsom salts and baking powder.
3. Add saltpeter and ammonia.
4. Stir the solution thoroughly to ensure that all ingredients are completely dissolved and evenly distributed throughout the water.
5. Pour the solution directly into the soil, being careful not to get it on the plant leaves, especially if they are sensitive.
6. Use this solution to water your plants once a month.
7. If you have leftover solution, store it in a labeled container away from children and pets.
8. Always wash your hands after handling any fertilizer, especially those containing ammonia and saltpeter.
Submitted by Kagar K. | June 16th, 2024 See all of Kagar K.'s Recipes.
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