If you enjoy taking extra care of your plants, try using rice water to reap the benefits. When cooking rice, keep the water so you can use it on your plants. This method has the necessary benefits for your plants.
The starches in rice water also promote helpful bacteria, which, in turn, help your plants grow healthy.
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The Pros of using rice water
Aside from simply watering your plants, rice water can also be used as a fertiliser to increase your plant production and for the healthy growth of plants. Using rice water will provide a variety of nutrients needed by your plants. These nutrients may provide proteins and starches, minerals such as potassium, and even vitamins. Although they may not be beneficial, they are still nutrients that will enhance the growth of your plants. Here are a few benefits of using rice water on your plants:
- Boosts plant growth
- Increases crop production
- Help with a healthy bacterial population within the soil
- An easy organic method for pest control
- Organic fertiliser for plants
The Cons of using rice water
Although rice water is good for plants, if misused and overapplied, it can cause some damage to your plants. You should know the considerable risks of using too much rice water, so research is paramount. Some of the benefits might include:
- Hardening of the soil crust
- Attracting starch-feasting pests
- Overfertilisation
- Bacterial Growth
You should evaluate anything new you try with your plants thoroughly before incorporating it into your plant care routine. Your top is the health and well-being of your plants.
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This article was first written by Chumasande Matiwane by Garden&Home
