Summer is a hot time for gardeners when they need to take care of the future harvest. Feeding during this period is very important, and the quality of the fruit depends on it. When growing tomatoes, gardeners are increasingly using fertilizers containing iodine.
The benefits of fertilizing
By using natural products, you can be sure that vegetables will not accumulate nitrates and will be safe to eat fresh. Iodine is a universal remedy that can feed plants, prevent the occurrence of diseases and cure them if the crop is already infected.
This solution is capable of:
- accelerate the emergence of seedlings;
- strengthen the immune system of tomatoes;
- replenish nitrogen deficiency;
- increase the number of ovaries on the bushes;
- accelerate fruit ripening;
- destroy fungal and other types of bacteria;
- eliminate diseases.
Despite the fact that the plants’ need for this substance is insignificant, tomatoes respond positively to its application.
Recipes for feeding with iodine
Iodine is not used in its pure form. This important element is used in conjunction with other substances. This interaction has an excellent effect on tomatoes and can enhance the healing effect.
With added milk
Milk is as beneficial for tomatoes as iodine. The composition is able to rid tomato bushes of pathogenic microorganisms and many pests. This happens due to the fact that these living creatures cannot tolerate milk sugar and lactose.To prepare the composition you will need:
- 1 liter of natural cow's milk;
- 10 drops of iodine;
- 10 liters of warm water.
The ingredients are mixed and the composition is ready for use. The resulting solution is used to spray the bushes. For one adult plant, 450-500 ml of liquid is calculated. The procedure is carried out 3-4 times, leaving 15-20 days between events.
With the addition of boric acid
During the period of flowering and fruit formation, it is important for the plant to receive the required amount of boron. Using a solution that contains iodine and boric acid, the root system is actively formed, the tops actively develop, the number of buds increases and the plant immunity is strengthened.
To prepare the recipe you will need:
- slightly heated water – 10 liters;
- boric acid – 12 g;
- iodine – 5 drops.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly, after which you can proceed to foliar feeding.
If the leaves on the tomato bushes begin to curl, fertilizing according to this recipe should be stopped.
With the addition of greenery
Zelenka is a wonderful antiseptic that contains copper and other beneficial substances. Using this composition, the number of ovaries will increase. The solution is also a preventative against many fungal diseases.
For preparation take:
- 1 bucket of water at room temperature;
- 18-20 drops of pharmaceutical iodine;
- 40 drops of brilliant green.
Everything is mixed and root watering is carried out. 0.5 liters of composition is enough for one plant.
Iodine with serum
The whey contains lactic acid bacteria, which prevent the development of pathogenic microorganisms harmful to tomatoes. Feeding tomatoes with this composition can saturate the vegetable crop with essential microelements, accelerate plant growth and improve the taste of tomatoes.
To prepare the solution you need:
- warm water – 4 liters;
- whey – 1 liter;
- iodine – 15 drops.
Root feeding is carried out with the prepared composition, calculating 0.8-1 liter of liquid per bush.
Compositions using pharmaceutical preparations remain effective for 24 hours.
The growing season of tomatoes lasts until autumn. At this time, experienced gardeners use various types of fertilizers, including traditional methods. Using recipes that contain iodine, you can eliminate the use of chemical fertilizers.
Have a good harvest!
