How to MAKE HOMEMADE FERTILIZER for a VEGETABLE GARDEN | 6 DIY Plant Food Recipes

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  • @rhondagillespie6031
    @rhondagillespie6031 3 роки тому +20

    Great video! I was so proud of myself when I cook chicken or turkey and used the bone to make stock lol did I know that I could make bone meal. That makes me feel good knowing nothing is waisted now. I will definitely do this. Thank you!

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +4

      Thank Rhonda! Yes, being able to use the whole chicken (I have a video out on that too) is the best feeling ever. These fertilizers kept my summer garden healthy for pennies!

  • @mmsjdl
    @mmsjdl 2 роки тому +15

    Wow I'm shocked at things I considered waste to have so much value. I wish I would have known about this before I started my garden this past fall. Thanks so much. I would give you 10 thumbs up if I could.

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  2 роки тому +3

      I was the same way! I had a thriving garden this year so I can tell you it works! I mean, nutrients are nutrients and fertilizers are expensive. I love not having to pay those prices and truly stretch our food budget. Happy growing!

    • @Omni11B
      @Omni11B Рік тому +2

      It's is never too late to start! Hopefully you got a chance to prep some good stuff for this year!

  • @julielance3588
    @julielance3588 3 роки тому +6

    You are so knowledgeable. Thank you for sharing.

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Julie! You’re too kind! I’m happy to share what I’m learning from books and other gardeners along the way! Happy growing season!

  • @SBjoervik
    @SBjoervik Рік тому +3

    Congrats Gwapita,
    The world needs a lot more people like yourself!
    Plz keep it up and best wishes!
    Best wishes from Europe...

  • @3MISSISSIPPI
    @3MISSISSIPPI Рік тому +1

    Outstanding video!!

  • @truthseeker9688
    @truthseeker9688 Рік тому +1

    Finallly, someone gave us a formula! TY!!!

  • @thecatwhosawstars
    @thecatwhosawstars 3 роки тому +4

    Buying soil does add up!!alfalfa hay tea very interesting!

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +2

      Yes, it does! These fertilizers won’t take too much time or money to make and now they’ve folded into my daily habits and routines! So good to see you!

  • @bernardettea9046
    @bernardettea9046 2 роки тому +9

    For the alfalfa tea and fish emulsion, how do you store them? In the garage in the dark? If I have a small number of plants, I'm probably not going to use that quickly

  • @deandrad57
    @deandrad57 Рік тому +2

    Amazing tips. Thank you so much for all of the wisdom that you provided in this video. I am now subscribing.

  • @trebailey4195
    @trebailey4195 3 роки тому +5

    Loving the ideas that you come with!

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you! DIY fertilizers are a true savings and aren’t hard to make!

  • @NinjaGardensGenetics
    @NinjaGardensGenetics Рік тому +2

    Keep killing it sista! loved the video!

  • @tanisha8902
    @tanisha8902 Рік тому +2

    I just discovered your channel this week. I feel like l learned so much from you already. Thanks so much for doing what you do.

  • @carlosclavell326
    @carlosclavell326 3 роки тому +2

    Saludos desde Tejas! Thank you for the ideas of organic fertilizers. Keep video post coming!!

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Carlos! De nada! Es un placer! I’m happy you found this helpful! I’ve rotate between canning and kitchen garden videos and in two weeks I’ll be sharing garden tours, how to set up a vertical Green stalk and other small backyard growing hacks! I appreciate your encouragement 😁

  • @zedbaby72
    @zedbaby72 Рік тому +1

    You are amazing learned so much in 1 video thank you very much

  • @Allknowingkeith
    @Allknowingkeith Рік тому +2

    Good info. I made the banana powder before. I saved this

  • @user-ys9gd1ij3v
    @user-ys9gd1ij3v 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve been looking for easy at fertilizers to make thank you so much for your video

  • @jend4128
    @jend4128 Рік тому +2

    Hey! Thanks for sharing!!!

  • @Emiswitchcraft
    @Emiswitchcraft Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for those precious informations ❤

  • @blurose2479
    @blurose2479 Рік тому +2

    Girl! I just subbed!! Thanks!!!!

  • @reneeislight
    @reneeislight Рік тому +2

    You Are Great. Thank you so much for answering my "How long do I boil my chicken bones?" Question. 😄 cause I saw your other videos about not throwing away chicken bones I just forgot the next steps 😁🥰. Also putting my eggshells and banana peels into play as well 😏

  • @isabellevelez1506
    @isabellevelez1506 3 роки тому +3

    So glad I found your channel!! Thanks 😊

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +1

      Im so happy you found it helpful! They truly same time, money and work just as well as commercial products!

  • @HerHealthyHome
    @HerHealthyHome 3 роки тому +1

    I will definitely have to try getting alfalfa when I'm in tractor supply. Hmmmn making bone meal makes sense for those who compost to try to learn their food waste

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +1

      You’ll enjoy this fertilizer so much. It’s significantly cheaper as an NPK fertilizer than commercialism brands for sure. And yes, making your own bone meal for folks like us who can and garden is another good value!

  • @rebeccadutsch5653
    @rebeccadutsch5653 Рік тому +19

    As for making bone meal it's faster in a pressure canner, place bone in jars with water, finger lid cook in the pressure canner for 90 min. Let cool. Take a fork and break it part. Then place it in the dehydrator until dry. Place in a grinder makes powder.

    • @variyasalo2581
      @variyasalo2581 Рік тому +1

      Thank you! The pressure cooker does something to make the texture of the bones good for dehydrating. I've tried just regular cooking and dehydrating. The bone seemed too hard to grind.

    • @oakmaiden2133
      @oakmaiden2133 9 місяців тому +1

      Just bury the bones in your garden bed.

    • @cecemeadows8117
      @cecemeadows8117 7 місяців тому

      Most people don't own pressure canners. So it's not always practical.

    • @cecemeadows8117
      @cecemeadows8117 7 місяців тому +2

      ​@@oakmaiden2133That's ineffective for short term use. It takes months, even years for bones to break down & be useful that way.

  • @freedomjam3670
    @freedomjam3670 3 роки тому +2

    I won’t look at food scraps the same way again. Thank you for all the valuable info. you provide on your channel. I’ll be ordering the vertical planter with your code. Hope it benefits you too. Thanks again!

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +2

      Hello Freedom Jam! Yes!!! Food “scraps” still have tons of use as fertilizers, all natural cleaners, stock and broth flavoring, food for a worm bin, as compost, and the list goes on! I’m truly happy to share and have enjoyed meeting other “farm girls”! I truly do thank you for keeping my code in mind when you go to order your Greenstalk, they truly are excellent for small space growers. Blessings to you in the new year, friend!

  • @LittleFrenchyinBigTexas
    @LittleFrenchyinBigTexas 3 роки тому +2

    Some great tips. Thanks for sharing. Nice mug.

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +1

      Hey, lady! Thanks so much! The mug is thrifted! The day I filmed was a freakishly cold day for late April (hence the tea in my mug and my plants inside in the background)!

  • @melinda3196
    @melinda3196 3 роки тому +2

    Just what I needed! Thanks

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +1

      I’m so happy to hear this! They truly do work and will save you so much money!

  • @jerseygirl6261
    @jerseygirl6261 Рік тому +2

    Thank you 😘

  • @debbiee7850
    @debbiee7850 Рік тому +1

    wonderful tips and major savings

  • @OCDishChick
    @OCDishChick 3 роки тому +3

    Cassandra, I love your channel so much! So many great tips!
    Thanks so much for helping me to celebrate 500 now 600 subscribers!
    It was so good to see you in the live. The next time I’m on you should join me. No pressure. 😂
    Take care, friend!

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +2

      You are well on your way! You’re so friendly, funny and relatable! I need to make sure I’m getting the notifications for when you go live. I’m hoping to to that soon as well. These fertilizers will save you a ton and still give you incredible results!

    • @OCDishChick
      @OCDishChick 3 роки тому +1

      @@BecomingaFarmGirl You are so kind! And who doesn’t want to save a buck or two?! 🤷‍♀️

  • @perpetualplantstudent
    @perpetualplantstudent 7 місяців тому +1

    Making alfalfa tea right now! 😊

  • @AmsNl2BcnEs
    @AmsNl2BcnEs Рік тому +1

    Really well explained 😊

  • @taja0818
    @taja0818 7 місяців тому +1

    I just left home Depot and spent 100 on fertilizer. This was so helpful

  • @gardennonsense
    @gardennonsense 3 роки тому +5

    😱 wow. I have a worm bin that I get compost tea from And I'm always looking for new things to add to my compost tea. You always give me a lot to think about. I love to experiment all the time in the garden. Thank you like always for some more inspiration. Blann out.

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Jimmy! I’m happy to pass along what I’m learning and doing and to meet others that are very much into composting and diy gardening. How long have you been worm farming?

    • @gardennonsense
      @gardennonsense 3 роки тому +1

      @@BecomingaFarmGirl . I just started homesteading 3 years ago added the worm bin shortly after. Been learning from my mistakes but been fun. I really do learn a lot from your Channel. I'm glad that you are sharing. I'm about to add my 4th compost bin ( neighbors scraps ). Why I'm done texting your ear off. Blann out

  • @amyreid9649
    @amyreid9649 2 роки тому +1

    I recently canned chicken and beef stock. I remembered this video. I did save my bones AGAIN. First from collecting up, and second after making my broth. I tossed them in a freezer bag and there they sit till I have enough to fill my dehydrator. I will be using in my 2023 garden.

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  2 роки тому +1

      That's how you do it Amy! No sense in letting anything go to waste! Bones have so many uses it would be a shame to just toss them. I bet your broth was delicious!

  • @learning5780
    @learning5780 10 місяців тому +2

    Hi Cassandra, You mentioned a few times the need to use non-chlorinated water. What would happen if we used chlorinated water?

    • @juniperwildflowers
      @juniperwildflowers 10 місяців тому

      This is what I came to the comments for! Where do I get unchlorinated water? I have a Zero filter so I’m going to use that. Hopefully one day I’ll have land with a natural spring but the filter will have to do for now.

    • @smallpackage8360
      @smallpackage8360 9 місяців тому

      I believe the chlorine damages our plants. A container with chlorinated water uncovered for a day and the chlorine dissipates/evaporates. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

    • @smallpackage8360
      @smallpackage8360 9 місяців тому +2

      ​@@juniperwildflowers keep leftover water from boiled potatoes or other things. Let it cool and use that. It's also beneficial to your garden.

  • @jude1515
    @jude1515 10 місяців тому +1

    Sounds good.

    • @gardenbee583
      @gardenbee583 6 місяців тому

      I am going to have to find an alternate source for Phosphorus as I am a life long vegetarian so I am not going to deal with all that stuff you went through, otherwise your video is very informative and useful. Thank you so much.👌👌

  • @nelson4038
    @nelson4038 3 роки тому +2

    Genius!! Amazing video and content 👏🏿❤

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +1

      Hello Tanya! Thanks so much! They truly work md have saved me so much money! You’ll never look at your food scraps the same!

    • @nelson4038
      @nelson4038 3 роки тому

      @@BecomingaFarmGirl I can't wait to try! I'm always looking for ways to reuse as much as possible with intentions to cut back on buying more supplies and using what l have to help my garden flourish!

  • @kathyv3909
    @kathyv3909 Рік тому +1

    Aaagh, my freezer is too full! Time to process another batch of bone meal and banana powder. I am so empowered, thank you so much!!

  • @VirtuousWomen1969
    @VirtuousWomen1969 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the information!

  • @catherinebennet
    @catherinebennet 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you

  • @rvmush3883
    @rvmush3883 Рік тому +2

    Brilliant 🎉🎉🎉

  • @landendutt7283
    @landendutt7283 8 місяців тому

    Amazing information! Thank you!

  • @This_Holy_Chaos
    @This_Holy_Chaos 11 місяців тому +1

    Do you then compost the alfalfa hay? Or can that be used as a mulch?

  • @thomaswilliams1542
    @thomaswilliams1542 6 місяців тому +1

    Whey is a excellent fertilizer to

  • @jackiewojcik131
    @jackiewojcik131 Рік тому +1

    When teas are made what would be dilution rates for them

  • @pauladexter6164
    @pauladexter6164 Рік тому +1

    WOW, LOVE THIS. THANK YOU FOR THIS INFORMATION IT WILL REALLY HELP ME WITH MY ALLOTMENT.
    CAN YOU PUT ALL THESE TOGETHER TO MAKE AN ALL ROUND FERTILISER? IF SO WHAT RATIO WOULD YOU USE??

  • @woziferangoma4443
    @woziferangoma4443 Рік тому +1

    Thanks very much for the information. I will start collecting bones and banana peels so that i can start making my own organic fertilizer

  • @timothytucker76
    @timothytucker76 2 роки тому +2

    Where were you getting the bones from? Tyia

  • @Sweetlady1916
    @Sweetlady1916 Рік тому +2

    Thanks, fish emulsion is so expensive! 😊 Your fish fertilizer is doable, just cant do the fish head others suggested...🤢😅

  • @SilentShot_609
    @SilentShot_609 Рік тому +1

    Can I use any hay to make a tea

  • @xyooj96
    @xyooj96 8 місяців тому +1

    what is the NPK of each of these home-made fertilisers?

  • @WorkingTowardsImprovement
    @WorkingTowardsImprovement 3 роки тому +3

    Ooh! I love that coffee mug! Where did you purchase!

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +2

      Hey Amy! So good to see you. I actually thrifted the mug while back. Even though it’s late April we had a frost a few nights (hence my sunflowers inside near the window). It’s always good to see you!

  • @ritabaker7847
    @ritabaker7847 2 роки тому

    Great Video!! Thank you!!!!

  • @DollsandEverythingElse
    @DollsandEverythingElse Рік тому +2

    Thank you to this newbie who has yet planted her first herb or vegetable but will in a week or so. Question, can this be mixed together as a power fertilizer? Do you water regularly and then water with one or more these every other week? It’s so confusing. Thank you.

  • @cwgmama
    @cwgmama Рік тому +1

    I have a question.. can I make a fish based plant food with canned pink salmon? I have plenty of canned pink salmon. And frozen battered cod. And frozen salmon

  • @ReXora25
    @ReXora25 Рік тому +1

    Can this make my potting soil more richer and a better foundation for the seeds? I just recently cut slice of tomato, then lay it flat on my my potting soil. Covered it a little bit of the same soil. Just did this today.

  • @BountifulHarvestAbby
    @BountifulHarvestAbby 3 роки тому +2

    Good to know

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks, Abby! These recipes really work and will save you money on fertilizers! So good to see you!

  • @caloysticks
    @caloysticks 8 місяців тому +1

    Ratio for dilution with unchlorinated water?

  • @LoveLovelyDior
    @LoveLovelyDior 2 роки тому +2

    I know is going to sound weird, but can i blend together the alfalfa hay and water to pour instantly into my plants?

  • @monicaromeo7349
    @monicaromeo7349 Рік тому +2

    Are there any harmful ingredients in the hay tea

  • @semsimama2191
    @semsimama2191 2 роки тому +2

    I was admiring your mug but I read the comment, lol.

  • @saddammall3337
    @saddammall3337 3 місяці тому +1

    The guys of "The epic garden" channel got major issues against epsom salt use on plants....but we all know it helps ...

  • @simplyliving22
    @simplyliving22 3 роки тому +1

    So genius!

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому +1

      Hello Louise! Thanks so much! It’s truly just what many folks did before the invasion of commercial fertilizers. You’ll never look at your kitchen scraps the same! Thanks for watching!

  • @naturalyawd7814
    @naturalyawd7814 Рік тому +2

    I have been using banana peel soaked in water for a week then watering my plants with it. Last year it attracted a lot of Ants so I stop doing it that way. I will try the dehydrating way.

  • @timothytucker76
    @timothytucker76 2 роки тому +1

    I have a huge bag of pellets. So I can't use it or go for it? Do I do it the same way?

  • @casandralawson2606
    @casandralawson2606 3 роки тому +2

    These recipes remind me of Korean Natural Farming inputs like fermented plant juice (FPJ).

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  3 роки тому

      It’s totally the way to go when creating a sustainable and affordable gardening routine! I’ll have to take a closer look at Korean Farming practices, thanks for the recommendation, truly! 🌱🌱

  • @reneeislight
    @reneeislight Рік тому +1

    But i did Not know that about Epson Salt too 😮😳

  • @VIpanfried
    @VIpanfried Рік тому +1

    She’s right. The soil and add-Ins is the big cost.

  • @vivalaleta
    @vivalaleta Рік тому +1

    We tried old bones in our garden but no matter how bare and desecated they were critters tried to dig them up.

  • @russellesimonetta9071
    @russellesimonetta9071 Рік тому +1

    Very interesting and informative. Your a cool lady! I wish I was your neighbor! I,d beg you to help me grow special herb!!

  • @malibu405
    @malibu405 4 місяці тому

    🧠🧡😊

  • @florencetomi2223
    @florencetomi2223 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you. I really gain from you, but please next time speak gently for easy understanding. Typing from Nigeria.

    • @BecomingaFarmGirl
      @BecomingaFarmGirl  2 роки тому

      Hello Florence! I am happy to help. Thank you for the feedback.

  • @hannahmaebeaver9521
    @hannahmaebeaver9521 Рік тому

    No people its fake!
    Myths of gardening which many believe..

  • @jasongordon13
    @jasongordon13 Рік тому +1

    Great vid thanks I will hit u up on an email…✅✅