The hydrangeas are among the most fascinating flowers to have in the garden, and to make them flourish some precautions in September. Discover three natural fertilizers that stimulate late flowering in a simple and effective way.
At the end of the summer, when temperatures begin to drop but the sun is still warm, hydrangeas can give a second explosion of colors. However, you need a little help. And there are no expensive products: with the right ingredients, nature also does its part. For those who have little time or have already tried everything, it is worth testing these natural remedies which, over time, have become real allies for hydrangeas. A handful of easily available elements is enough, a little patience, and you can see the magic of the flowering that returns.
On the other hand, who never stopped in front of a plant that seemed to be off, and wondered if the summer was really over? Still, sometimes nature surprises more than you imagine.
Fullets with coffee funds for hydrangeas: acid and rich in nutrients
Among the simplest and most economic remedies, i Coffee funds They are ideal for hydrangeas, especially those with blue or purple flowers. This waste of the kitchen, often thrown away without thinking too much, contains nitrogen, magnesium and potassiumfundamental elements to stimulate the production of new buds. In addition, coffee helps acidify the groundwhich favors the intense coloring of blue hydrangeas. It is believed that regularly adding small quantities of funds, well dry and sugar without sugar, around the plant, can strengthen its structure and reactivate its flowering since the end of August.
There is no need to exaggerate: a couple of teaspoons every week are more than enough. Attention only not to create too compact layer, which could prevent the passage of air in the ground. Better to mix the funds with a little soil to avoid this effect.
Vegetable cooking water: nourishing and zero cost
There is a natural fertilizer that often ends up in the sink without thinking twice. Who knows how many times it has happened to you too, perhaps after draining a pot of vegetables quickly and fury. Instead, that water is a hidden mine of nourishment for your hydrangeas. THE’Vegetable cooking water It is a real concentrate of mineral salts, perfect for restoring vitality to hydrangeas at the end of the season.
To use it at best:
- Leave the water completely cool after having cooked carrots, potatoes or courgettes.
- Avoid salted water: salt damages the roots.
- Use it to water the hydrangeas, once every 10-15 days.
The effect can be surprising. The contribution of phosphorus and potassium It stimulates the production of flowers, while the water itself helps to maintain a good level of humidity in the ground. It is interesting to note that some expert gardeners consider it a cure -all not only for hydrangeas, but also for other acidophilic plants such as camellias and azaleas.
Banana skins: sweet energy for hydrangeas
Another simple and powerful natural fertilizer are the Banana peels. Rich in potassium, soccer and a good dose of natural sugarsthe peels help the hydrangeas to find energy for the trimmer. After all, who has never left a banana too mature on the table without knowing that he could become an elixir for the garden? It takes little, very little, to make a difference.
How to use them? Here is an effective way:
- Cut the peel into small pieces.
- Interly slightly around the plant.
- Repeat the operation every 15 days.
Alternatively, you can also prepare a macerate by leaving the skins in water for 48 hours. The liquid obtained, if diluted in 1: 5 ratio with clean water, becomes a liquid fertilizer to be used in moderation.
Curious as such a simple gesture can have visible effects in a few weeks. And in addition, nothing is thrown away. An advantage also for those looking for more ecological and sustainable solutions for their garden.
The best time to act and see the results
September is not too late to hope for a new flowering, on the contrary. It is precisely the right time to give the hydrangeas that “deception of energy” that pushes them to put the flowers back.
Everything is in creating the ideal conditions: fresh soil, regular irrigation and a well -dosed nutritional push. It can be said that hydrangeas respond better to simple but constant care, rather than drastic interventions.
These three natural fertilizers work better if used in a combined way, alternating them every week or ten days. No exact doses are needed, but a little observation. If the plant shows new sprouts, it is on the right way.
Those who love gardening know: sometimes it takes little to make a difference. And seeing a bush of hydrangeas that, against all expectations, gives new flowers in September, is a small joy that is worth all the time spent.
Try to believe.
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