If you’re a fan of lush balconies or colorful gardens, you’ll love this eco-friendly trick. A single spoonful of baking soda can do wonders for your geraniums. Inexpensive, easy, and chemical-free, this method brings out the best in your plants.
Baking soda isn’t just a kitchen staple—it’s a garden ally. Here’s how this humble powder improves plant health and flowering potential:
Geraniums thrive in slightly alkaline soils. Baking soda gently raises the pH, optimizing nutrient absorption and stimulating root activity.
No need for harsh chemicals. The presence of baking soda helps keep common pests like aphids, ants, and mealybugs at bay.
It creates a hostile environment for mildew, rust, and other fungal threats—keeping foliage clean and vibrant.
This method requires no expertise—just a few easy steps each month during blooming season.
– 1 tablespoon of baking soda
– A watering can filled with room temperature water
a. Sprinkle: Distribute the baking soda around the base of your plant. Avoid direct contact with the stem or leaves.
b. Water Lightly: Gently water the soil to help the powder integrate without washing it away.
c. Monthly Repetition: Repeat once every four weeks throughout the blooming period (spring to late summer).
Enhance the effect by alternating with rainwater or nettle infusion once a month.
Geraniums treated with this method bloom more frequently, producing richer and longer-lasting flowers.
Thicker, greener leaves that are more resistant to wind, sun, and insects.
Stronger immunity against common plant problems, all without synthetic treatments.
Try this natural trick today and enjoy a flourishing, vibrant balcony!
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