Fresh comfrey leaves make a potent fertilizer.
In an article in the magazine "Organic Gardening," author Jean Nick cites research that revealed that the leaves of the comfrey herb have a higher content of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium than kelp meal and homemade compost, two of the typical fertilizers you would use in your organic garden, including as feed for your tomato plants. Comfrey also contains calcium and other nutrients. Even better, making liquid comfrey fertilizer for your tomato plants is a straightforward process.
Instructions
1. Place a clean tall-size trashcan out in the garden or in the garage. Pick a place where the unpleasant smell of your homemade fertilizer won't bother anyone.
2. Fill the trashcan halfway with fresh comfrey leaves. Buying this much comfrey gets expensive. If you like this fertilizer, consider growing your own plants.
3. Add enough water to cover the foliage and cap the trashcan. Let the comfrey leaves steep for a minimum of three weeks.
4. Scoop some comfrey liquid fertilizer out of the trashcan and apply it to your tomato plants every time you irrigate them.
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