Onions are one of the most common and healthy vegetables, grown in almost every garden.
However, onions require good care and feeding to produce a large and high-quality harvest.
To do this, it is not necessary to buy expensive and chemical fertilizers that can harm plants and soil, says Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .
There is a simple and natural remedy that will help you grow better onions - it is a decoction of onion peels.
Why onion peel is good for plants
Onion peel is not just trash that should be thrown away. It contains many useful substances, such as flavonoids, quercetin, carotenoids, vitamins and microelements, which improve the growth and development of plants, increase their immunity and protect against diseases and pests.
In addition, onion peel has an acidic reaction, which acidifies the soil and promotes better absorption of nitrogen by plants.
How to make a decoction from onion peels
To prepare a decoction from onion peels, you will need the following ingredients:
- Onion peel - 1 kg
- Water - 10 l
- Pot or bucket
The process of preparing a decoction from onion peels is very simple:
- Pour water into a saucepan or bucket and bring to a boil.
- Add onion peel and stir.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about an hour.
- Turn off the heat and let the infusion sit for another hour.
- Strain the broth through a sieve or cheesecloth and pour into bottles.
The onion peel decoction is ready to use. You can store it in the refrigerator or in a cool, dark place for up to two weeks.
How to Use Onion Peel Infusion
A decoction of onion peel can be used for both watering and spraying plants.
For watering, you need to dilute the decoction with water in a ratio of 1:10 and water the plants once a week.
For spraying, you need to dilute the decoction with water in a ratio of 1:20 and spray the plants once every two weeks.
Onion peel decoction is suitable for all types of onions, as well as other vegetables such as garlic, carrots, beets, cabbage, cucumbers, tomatoes, etc. It will help you get a healthy and rich harvest without harming the environment.
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Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
