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How to Make Plants Grow Faster -Naturally!

  • Paramjeet Dhillon
  • Oct 22
  • 3 min read

Updated: 6 days ago

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Every plant lover dreams of seeing their plants grow faster, fuller, and healthier. Whether it’s the leafy greens on your balcony or the flowering plants that brighten your home, we all want them to thrive beautifully. But here’s the good news — you don’t need chemical fertilizers or artificial boosters to make that happen.

At Harit Mantra, we believe that nature has its own rhythm — and with the right care and nourishment, your plants can grow faster, naturally, and sustainably.


Here’s how you can encourage healthy, steady, and natural plant growth right at home 🌿


1. Begin with Healthy Soil


Hands in gloves mix soil in a terra cotta pot. Potted plants and a "Harit Mantra Organic Compost" sign in the background. Bright setting.

Just like humans need a healthy diet, plants need healthy soil. Soil is where roots breathe, absorb nutrients, and anchor themselves. The quality of your soil directly affects how fast your plants grow.

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Mix Harit Mantra Organic Compost into your potting soil in a 2:1 ratio (2 parts soil, 1 part compost). Our compost is rich in natural nutrients and microbial life, which helps roots grow faster and stronger.


2. Give the Right Amount of Light

Sunlight is life for plants. It helps them make food through photosynthesis and gives them their vibrant green color.

Hand wipes plant leaves on a sunlit windowsill with various potted plants, a sundial, and a sign saying "Sunlight is Life." Calm, green setting.

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Observe your plant’s light needs.

  • Keep sun-loving plants like succulents or herbs near windows with bright light.

  • Place shade-loving plants like ferns or money plants in diffused light. Rotate pots every few days so all sides get sunlight evenly.

🪴 Tip: Clean your plant leaves regularly with a soft, damp cloth. Dust-free leaves absorb sunlight more effectively.


3. Water the Smart Way

Overwatering or underwatering is one of the biggest causes of slow plant growth. The goal is to keep soil evenly moist — not too dry, not too soggy.

Potted plants on a windowsill being watered with a copper can. A jar labeled Rainwater and a sign, Check top inch of soil, are visible.

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  • Always check the top inch of soil — if it feels dry, it’s time to water.

  • Use rainwater if possible; it’s naturally soft and nutrient-rich.

  • Add a layer of Harit Mantra Compost or mulch on top of the soil to lock in moisture.

  • Ensure your pots have proper drainage holes to prevent root rot.

Water early in the morning so plants can absorb moisture before the sun gets too strong.


4. Feed Plants Using Kitchen Waste

Your kitchen is full of natural fertilizers! Instead of throwing organic waste away, use it to nourish your plants.

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Potted plants on a windowsill with sign: "Feed Plants Using Kitchen Waste." Hands use spoon for coffee grounds; banana peels, eggshells visible.
  • Banana peels: Provide potassium for strong stems and flowering.

  • Used tea leaves and coffee grounds: Add nitrogen for leafy growth.

  • Eggshell powder: Gives calcium for strong roots and cell growth.

  • Vegetable peels: Contain trace minerals that improve plant vitality.



5. Add Organic Compost Regularly


Harit Mantra Vermicompost bag on a textured background. Text highlights features like Trichoderma, nutrients, and organic benefits. Leaf decor.

Compost is the best way to keep your plants naturally healthy and growing faster. It’s a slow-release fertilizer that enriches the soil while maintaining moisture and structure.

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6. Keep Pests Away — Naturally

Pests like aphids, mealybugs, and fungus gnats can slow down plant growth by stealing nutrients and damaging leaves. Chemical pesticides may work fast, but they also harm beneficial soil microbes and pollinators.

Gloved hand sprays neem oil on potted plants by a sunny window. Sign reads "Keep Pests Away Naturally." Bright, green foliage.

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  • Mix neem oil, water, and a few drops of mild soap. Spray on leaves weekly.

  • Grow marigolds, basil, or lemongrass near your plants — they naturally repel harmful insects.

  • Keep the area clean and free from dead leaves to avoid pest build-up.


7. Repotting of plants


Hands hold a plant in a weathered pot with fresh soil. Nearby are other potted plants. The wooden surface has scattered dirt. repotting the plant

Roots are the hidden engines of plant growth. When they get crowded, plants can’t absorb enough water and nutrients.

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  • Repot your plants every 6–12 months using fresh soil mixed with Harit Mantra Compost.




8. Prune, Clean, and Care Regularly


Hands using red-handled garden shears to trim green plants. Background is blurred greenery with pink flowers, conveying a serene mood.

Pruning isn’t just about appearance — it encourages new growth by redirecting energy to healthy parts of the plant.

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  • Remove yellow or dry leaves to allow fresh growth.

  • Pinch off dead flowers to encourage more blooms.

  • Wipe leaves gently to remove dust and open pores for better photosynthesis.


Final Thoughts


Making your plants grow faster doesn’t mean rushing nature — it means working with nature. By choosing organic compost, natural fertilizers, and eco-friendly care, you’re helping your plants grow the way they were meant to: strong, balanced, and full of life.

At Harit Mantra, we believe that healthy soil creates healthy plants. Our organic compost is made from 100% natural materials that enrich the soil, improve its texture, and boost plant growth naturally.


Try Harit Mantra Organic Compost today — the simplest, most natural way to help your plants grow faster and greener. Because when your soil smiles, your plants bloom brighter! 🌸

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