Before applying the tonic, make sure your plant’s soil is moist. Never pour tonics onto dry soil, as this can cause stress to the roots and lead to issues like leaf yellowing or bud drop. Instead, water your plant a few hours beforehand, then apply the tonic.
Once your tonic is ready, strain the mixture to remove the potato bits. We only need the nutrient-rich liquid.
- For small pots, use one teacup (about 100ml) per plant.
- For larger pots, use two teacups (about 200ml).
- Apply this tonic twice a month during the budding season.
- Once the flowers start blooming, reduce the frequency to once a month.
Additional Tips for Lush Geraniums
- If your geranium is growing tall and leggy without producing many flowers, trim the top of the stems. This encourages the plant to develop more side branches, which will lead to more buds and a fuller appearance.
- Use natural fertilizers regularly. I never use store-bought synthetic fertilizers; instead, I rely on natural ingredients to nourish my plants.
- If you want even healthier plants, you can add two drops of iodine to one liter of water and use this solution to wipe the leaves of geraniums, orchids, and violets. This method is highly beneficial and promotes stronger, disease-resistant plants.
Watch the Transformation!
With this simple potato tonic, your geraniums will produce more buds, stronger stems, and healthier foliage. My own plants are proof of how well natural tonics work. Even during winter, my geraniums remain lush and full of life.
I will update you again in a few weeks to show the results after using this tonic. I am confident you will see significant improvements in your plants. If you try this method, let me know how it works for you!
Final Thoughts
Taking care of your plants using natural methods is not only effective but also environmentally friendly. Geraniums, like all flowering plants, need proper nutrition to thrive. By using this phosphorus-rich potato tonic, you can ensure that your plants grow strong and bloom beautifully.
