Ambala, 08 May. Tulsi plant can be seen in almost every house in Haryana. However, due to the hardness of soil and lack of nutrients in Panchkula and its surrounding areas, people often complain that their basil is drying up. According to gardening experts, when basil leaves start turning yellow, it is a sign of potassium and nitrogen deficiency in the soil. The solution to this problem is not hidden in any chemical product, but in the banana peel present in your kitchen.
Potassium and calcium are required to keep the basil plant healthy. Banana peels are a natural source of these nutrients, which strengthen plant cells. When there is a deficiency of these elements in the soil, the plant stops making food and gradually starts drying up. Proper use of banana peel can restore the fertility of the soil and make the plant green again.
To add banana peels to basil, do not add them directly while they are wet or fresh. Fresh peels are prone to fungus and ants in the potting soil, which can damage the plant. First dry the peels in the sun and when they become crunchy, grind them and make powder. Mix one spoon of this powder in one liter of water and apply it on the roots. Before planting, dig the soil of the pot slightly so that the nutrition can reach directly to the roots.
Simply applying fertilizer is not enough; Tulsi requires at least 4 to 5 hours of direct sunlight daily. In the heat of Haryana, morning sunlight is most suitable. In addition, the bracts (seeds) on the plant should be removed from time to time, as they suck the plant’s energy, stunting its growth. By removing the stem, the plant starts producing denser leaves.
One of the main reasons for drying of basil is stagnation of water in the pot. Make sure your pot has an open drainage hole. Due to excessive watering, the roots start rotting and leaves start falling. By adopting this banana peel remedy once a week and taking proper care of it, your basil will remain green and shiny throughout the year.
