DIY Strawberry Fertilizer Recipe (Organic)

A Do-It-Yourself (DIY) food for strawberries refers to a homemade fertilizer or nutrient mix that supports healthy strawberry growth. Strawberries need nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and micronutrients to thrive, especially in their shallow root zone.

Here’s how to make your own DIY strawberry plant food using common, natural ingredients:

🍓 DIY Strawberry Fertilizer Recipe (Organic)

✅ Ingredients:

• 1 part compost (rich in balanced nutrients)

• 1 part well-rotted manure (cow, horse, or chicken manure adds nitrogen)

• 1 tablespoon Epsom salt per gallon of mix (adds magnesium)

• 1 crushed eggshell or 1 tablespoon bone meal (calcium and phosphorus)

• 1 tablespoon wood ash (optional – adds potassium, use sparingly)

✅ Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a bucket or garden container.

2. Apply around the base of each plant (not touching stems).

3. Water well after application to help nutrients soak in.

🧴 Liquid DIY Fertilizer (Strawberry Booster Tea)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup compost or worm castings

• 1 tablespoon molasses (feeds beneficial microbes)

• 4 cups warm water

Instructions:

1. Mix ingredients in a container and let it steep for 1–2 days.

2. Strain and pour around the base of strawberry plants.

3. Apply every 2 weeks during the growing season.

⏱️ When to Feed Strawberries

• Early spring (when growth resumes): High nitrogen

• Flowering/fruiting time: More phosphorus and potassium

• Late summer: Light feeding to support next year's growth