Peace lilies produce bigger blooms when fed five unusual household scraps

A HOUSEPLANT EXPERT HAS SHARED THE HOUSEHOLD SCRAPS THAT ARE GREAT FOR FEEDING PEACE LILIES AND WILL HELP THEM TO PRODUCE BIGGER BLOOMS - HERE'S HOW IT IS DONE 10:33, 29 May 2025Updated

10:30, 30 May 2025 Peace lilies are favoured as houseplants for their low-maintenance nature and their ability to flourish with the correct fertiliser. For peace lilies to maintain their

bloom, it's imperative they receive vital nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium – yet there's no need to invest heavily to maintain plant health. Chontelle Fossey,

plant expert at The Lily Pot, reveals that many of the essential nutrients needed by peace lilies to blossom or ward off diseases can be sourced from everyday kitchen leftovers or other

domestic refuse. She said: "If you're anything like me, you're likely always on the lookout for ways to keep your plants happy." READ MORE: Award-winning gut health brand

cuts 25% off 'life changing' bloating-busting sachet In pursuit of cost-effective plant nourishment tips, which might not even cost a penny as these items are typically found at

home, she shared: "So, I wanted to share some plant care hacks that shouldn't cost you much, if anything, as you likely have these products in your home already." WHAT TO FEED

A PEACE LILY TO GET IT TO BLOOM FISH TANK WATER One top tip from Chontelle for a nutrient-rich boost is the use of fish tank water. She explained: "Fish tank water is rich in nitrogen

and other nutrients that plants need to grow. Simply water your plants with the fish tank water once a month to give them a nutrient boost." However, it's crucial to ensure that

the fish tank water is clean, low in salt, and free from medications or harsh chemicals; otherwise, instead of nurturing a peace lily, it might harm it. Article continues below CINNAMON

Another useful addition is cinnamon, especially when combating mould or mildew on your peace lily, reports the Express. Chontelle mentioned: "Did you know that cinnamon is a natural

antifungal agent that can help prevent fungal growth in your plants?" "Sprinkle a small amount of cinnamon on the soil around your plants to prevent fungal diseases like root

rot." BANANA PEEL Chontelle remarked: "Banana peels can also help to give your plants a boost as they hold several nutrients that benefit plants. They contain potassium,

phosphorus, and calcium, which are essential for plant growth." To utilise banana peels, just chop them into tiny pieces and bury them deep in the soil of your peace lily, where they

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Chontelle explained: "Tea contains tannic acid, which can also help prevent fungal growth, with the added bonus of boosting plant growth." For feeding your peace lily, prepare a

weak tea (one bag with a couple of litres of water) and allow it to cool completely before watering the plant with it. Chontelle further stated: "This is not a fertiliser that you can

use exclusively on your plants, your plants will also need other nutrients, but it can help to give them a boost!". COFFEE GROUNDS Article continues below Chontelle said: "Coffee

grounds are a great source of nitrogen, which is essential for plant growth. They also contain other nutrients, such as magnesium and potassium. "To use coffee grounds, simply sprinkle

them around the base of your plants or mix through your potting mix before repotting. Be sure to use them sparingly, as too much can make the soil too acidic."