Fertilizer Alternatives
Fertilizers provide a much needed boost to many indoor and outdoor plants, but most fertilizers contain harsh chemicals and are far from natural. Whether you are trying to live a more eco-friendly life, or you don't want to keep chemical fertilizers around your house for fear that kids or pets will find them, it is a good idea to look in to alternative methods of feeding your plants. Here are a few alternatives you can try: Coffee Grounds Used coffee grounds contain high amounts of potassium and phosphorous, and even some nitrogen -- The main ingredients of many commercial plant fertilizers. This is a great alternative, as they are a byproduct of many households -- Even if you use a Keruig or Tassimo single-cup coffee system, just cut open the top plastic/foil of the little packet and you can easily scoop out the used grounds. Methods: Collect grounds into a sealable plastic container If you need to store the grounds for a long period of time (like over the win