Overview

• Banana peels supply potassium, phosphorus and magnesium essential for healthy flower, fruit and root development.
• Vinegar accelerates organic breakdown and slightly lowers soil pH, benefiting acid-loving plants such as tomatoes and azaleas.
• Gardeners are advised to soak peels in vinegar for 48 to 72 hours before diluting the extract with water to avoid root damage.
• Experts recommend testing the diluted solution on a single plant and limiting applications to weekly treatments for acid-tolerant species.
• Compost specialists suggest adding banana peels directly to compost bins as a safer way to enrich soil gradually without altering its pH.