While you don't water plants with the ripe banana fruit itself, you can create a nutrient-rich liquid by soaking ripe banana peels in water and using that solution to feed your plants. This process utilizes the beneficial elements within the peels.
Using Ripe Banana Peels to Feed Your Plants
Ripe banana peels contain nutrients like potassium, phosphorus, and calcium, which can be beneficial for plant growth. Instead of discarding them, you can extract these nutrients into water to create a simple, homemade plant fertilizer. This method involves creating a "banana water" solution.
How to Make Banana Water for Plants
According to one method, using ripe banana peels to make a feeding solution for plants is straightforward:
- Prepare the Base: Place a ripe banana peel in a mason jar of water.
- Steep: Seal the jar and let it sit for about 2 days. This allows nutrients from the peel to infuse into the water.
- Dilute: The resulting liquid is concentrated. You need to dilute it before using it on plants.
Dilution and Application
Proper dilution is key to ensure the solution benefits, rather than harms, your plants.
The reference suggests the following dilution ratio:
- Ratio: Dilute with 1 part banana water and 3 parts non-tap water.
- Application: Use this diluted mixture in your watering can and feed directly into the soil around your plants.
Here's a simple way to visualize the dilution:
| Component | Parts |
|---|---|
| Banana Water | 1 |
| Non-Tap Water | 3 |
| Total Solution | 4 |
Using water that has steeped ripe banana peels is a way to recycle kitchen waste and provide your plants with a gentle boost of nutrients, particularly potassium, which is crucial for flowering and fruiting.
