Gardens, Trees and Plants Love Tea Leaves…
Posted by Dani Noto on
Ever wondered what to do with your tea leaves besides throwing them out?
Well, I’ll share one of my secrets.
I use them all over in my garden and around my trees.
When I’ve finished brewing my tea (and the flavor doesn’t matter), I simply take the used tea-leaves (no need to dry them out) and add them to my potting soil, garden soil, or compost bin. This gives me an acid-rich, nourishing compost that I use all over my garden to fertilize and grow my plants.
Another great thing about using tea leaves in your garden: it keeps pests, slugs, mice, and other fungal infections at bay.
Here is another plant tip: To help nourish and protect your favorite house plants against fungal infections, spritz them with the leftover tea in your mugs and teapots — just make sure the tea you’re using doesn’t have any milk, cream, or added sweeteners. Simply pour the cooled tea into a spray bottle, and you’re ready to go.
I hope you’ll give these two tips a try. You’ll be amazed at how your garden grows.
Enjoy your tea, and don't forget to check out my online store for some great tea ideas.