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2. Eggshell Powder – Strengthen Roots and Prevent Rot
✔ What Happens?
- Eggshells boost calcium levels, preventing blossom end rot in tomatoes and peppers.
- They enhance root development and plant strength.
✔ How to Use:
- Crush dried eggshells into a fine powder.
- Sprinkle one tablespoon around your plants every 2 weeks.
3. Baking Soda – A Natural Fungicide
✔ What Happens?
- Baking soda helps prevent fungal diseases like powdery mildew.
- It balances soil pH, especially for acid-sensitive plants like tomatoes.
✔ How to Use:
- Sprinkle a small amount (1 tablespoon per gallon of water) around plants or dissolve it in water and spray on leaves.
4. Epsom Salt – Encourage Blooming and Greener Leaves
✔ What Happens?
- Provides magnesium and sulfur, essential for plant photosynthesis.
- Encourages more flowers and fruit production.
✔ How to Use:
- Add one tablespoon per gallon of water and use it to water plants once a month.
5. Cinnamon Powder – Natural Pest and Fungus Repellent
✔ What Happens?
- Prevents damping-off disease (a fungal issue in seedlings).
- Deters ants, gnats, and other pests.
✔ How to Use:
- Dust one tablespoon of cinnamon powder on top of the soil.
Final Thoughts
Adding just a tablespoon of these natural ingredients can boost plant health, improve soil quality, and keep pests away—all without harsh chemicals! Whether you’re growing flowers, vegetables, or indoor houseplants, these simple tricks will help them thrive naturally.
Have you tried any of these hacks? Let me know your results! 🌱😊
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