One of the most popular plants to have in our home is the jade tree, also known as the tree of abundance, thanks to its beauty and simplicity of care, however, we can give it a little boost to achieve its maximum beauty and well-being, that is why today we are going to explain how to fill your jade tree with flowers with these natural homemade fertilizers .
Crassula ovata is a succulent species native to southern Africa. It is very hardy and adapts well to indoor spaces, although it prefers direct sunlight. It has very fleshy green leaves and thick stems, is slow-growing, and does not require much attention.
In some places it is known as the ‘ tree of friendship ‘ and for many cultures around the world it is the plant of prosperity, luck and abundance, which is why, in addition to its ornamental value, its beauty and the ease with which it is healed, is a favorite to have at home.
Its beautiful flowers are white with a hint of pink and give off a light, sweet aroma that fascinates pollinators like bees . But it’s important to know that beyond fertilizers, for your jade tree to be full of flowers, humidity is important, so keep it out of direct light during the cold months and have plenty of water.
Homemade Fertilizers for Your Jade Tree
How to Fill Your Jade Tree with Flowers with These Natural Homemade Fertilizers
With ashes
You will need:
1 liter of water
1 tablespoon of coffee grounds (waste)
1 tablespoon of wood ash
Step by step:
Mix all ingredients well
Let stand for 24 hours
Use this mixture once a week or every 15 days
With ginger
You will need:
1 liter of water
50 grams of ginger
1 cinnamon stick
Step by step:
Cut the ginger and cinnamon into small pieces
Grind these ingredients in a blender or food processor
Dilute a spoonful of the ginger and cinnamon mixture in a liter of water
Let stand for a few hours
Water your jade tree, you should always let the mixture sit before watering
With rice
You will need:
1 cup of rice
8 eggshells
Water optional
Step by step:
Heat a pan and toast the rice
Once toasted, mix it with the 8 eggshells
You can use this powdered fertilizer by sprinkling it on the soil once a month or dissolving it in water and watering it twice a week.