Plants will thrive this spring with homemade fertiliser made from one food scrap
A keen gardener on TikTok - The Container Gardener - shared their recipe for a homemade fertiliser which utilises leftover food scraps
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Turn Banana Peels into Fertilizer: An Eco-Friendly Gardening Hack
Irish Gardener Shares Eco-Friendly Fertilizer Hack: The 'Banana Peel' Method Ireland - A simple yet effective method for creating natural plant fertilizer is gaining popularity among Irish gardeners. Thecontainergardener, an Irish gardening enthusiast with a growing online following, recently shared a video demonstrating how to transform used banana peels into a nutrient-rich soil amendment. The process is straightforward: banana peels are first dried, either in the sun, oven, or air fryer, until crispy. Then, they are crushed into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or a food processor. The resulting powder is then sprinkled around the base of plants or mixed into the soil. "It's amazing how much nutrients are in something we often throw away," Thecontainergardener says in their video. "This fertilizer is rich in potassium and magnesium, essential for strong stems and vibrant foliage." The method's simplicity and eco-friendliness have attracted many viewers. The video has already garnered hundreds of views and several likes and saves since its publication on April 9th, 2025. This simple technique not only reduces waste but also offers a cost-effective alternative to chemical fertilizers, making it an appealing option for environmentally conscious gardeners. Thecontainergardener's video serves as a reminder that even everyday waste products can be repurposed for sustainable gardening practices.
