Argosanswered grow question 24d ago Insecticidal solution against aphids, spider mites, thrips, leaf miners, and other pests: - Onion peel with its high phytoncide content is essential in the fight against pest insects. The treatment is most effective when we spray the plants in the evening. The onion peel infusion has a very short shelf life, so fresh solution must be prepared for each subsequent treatment. To prepare it, pour 200 g of onion peel into 10 liters of warm water and let it sit for 12-15 hours. Use the strained content every week after flowering until the fruits are fully developed. Dilution: Dilute the 1-liter concentrated infusion with an additional 3-5 liters of water. The strained diluted solution can also be used rarely (once every 2-3 weeks) as a foliar fertilizer, but first test it on just one or two leaves. Frequency: Water the plants with it a maximum of once every 2-3 weeks during the flowering stage. - Plant growth stimulant You can also use onion peel as a growth stimulant for the plants. Onion peel contains growth-promoting substances that can accelerate seed germination, stimulate root formation, and enhance fruit quality. Preparing such an onion peel remedy requires little use but offers great benefits. To prepare a natural growth biostimulator, place two tablespoons of onion peel in 1 liter of boiling water, add wood ash, mix well, and let it sit in a dark place for 2-3 days. Dilute the strained infusion in a 1:3 ratio and use it to water the sown seeds or young shoots.