Introduction

Bananas are more than just a tasty fruit—they can also enrich soil, attract beneficial insects, and support plant growth. Burying a banana in your garden or in a pot can produce surprising results in just one week.

What Happens When You Bury a Banana

Natural Fertilizer: The banana decomposes quickly, releasing potassium, phosphorus, and other nutrients that nourish plants.

Attracts Earthworms: Earthworms love decomposing fruit, and their activity helps aerate and enrich the soil.

Boosts Microbial Life: Beneficial microbes thrive in the sweet, nutrient-rich environment, improving soil health.

Compost Accelerator: Burying a banana can speed up composting when integrated with other organic matter.

How to Do It

Materials:

1 ripe banana

Shovel or small trowel

Garden bed or pot

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