DIY Yeast & Sugar Plant Growth Booster
If the video mentions yeast and sugar, it's likely referring to a common DIY fertilizer or plant growth booster that utilizes fermentation to release nutrients and stimulate microbial activity in the soil. Here's a general idea of how such a mixture works and a typical recipe:
🌱 DIY Yeast & Sugar Plant Growth Booster
Purpose:
Boosts soil microbial activity, releases CO₂, and provides nutrients that encourage vigorous plant growth and potentially improve yield.
Basic Recipe:
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1 tablespoon active dry yeast
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2 tablespoons sugar
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1 liter (or quart) of warm water
Instructions:
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Dissolve the sugar in warm water.
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Add the yeast and stir well.
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Let sit for 1–2 hours until the mixture becomes bubbly/active (fermentation starts).
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Dilute the solution with 5–10 parts water (so if you started with 1 liter, dilute to 5–10 liters).
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Water your plants with the solution, especially around the root zone.
🌿 Why This Works:
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Yeast helps stimulate beneficial microbial life in the soil.
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Sugar feeds both the yeast and soil microbes.
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Fermentation releases small amounts of CO₂, which can promote photosynthesis in a controlled environment.
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It can improve nutrient uptake, especially in nutrient-poor soils.
⚠️ Tips & Cautions:
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Use this mixture no more than once every 2–4 weeks, as overuse can disrupt soil balance.
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Apply to well-draining soil to avoid root rot.
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Avoid using on plants sensitive to high microbial activity (like some herbs or succulents).