Is Pouring Milk in Soil a Good Idea for Plants?

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Asked By CuriousCat42 On

I've been seeing ads promoting the idea of using milk in soil to help treat sick plants. I'm a bit skeptical, though. Does this really work, or will it just end up smelling sour when the milk goes bad?

3 Answers

Answered By PlantGuru93 On

Honestly, I wouldn't recommend using milk in the soil. It just sounds like a gimmick to me! If your plant needs nutrients, there are much better options available.

DaisyDirt -

Totally agree! Just stick with proper fertilizers for the best results.

Answered By BuddingBotanist77 On

Yeah, those ads are just clickbait nonsense. I've tried a lot of tricks, but milk just adds a risk of souring and doesn't give your plant any real benefits.

SoilSavior -

Exactly! Stick to real solutions instead of home remedies that can cause more harm.

Answered By GreenThumbJon On

I think the idea behind it might be adding calcium, but really it's not a smart way to go about it. Just get some calcium supplements or better yet, use a good fertilizer. It’s way less messy and more effective!

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