Do you have wood ashes at home and don’t know what to do with them? Whether you’re heating your home with a fireplace or stove, those ashes don’t need to go to waste. In fact, wood ashes are incredibly versatile and packed with practical uses. After discovering these clever tricks, I’ll never throw ashes away again — and you won’t either!
Here are 14 ways to make the most of your wood ashes:
1. Dust Bath for Birds
Place wood ashes in a designated area for birds. They love dust baths as it helps eliminate parasites. This trick works for chickens too!
2. Protect Rose Bushes from Slugs
Sprinkle ashes in a wide circle around your rose bushes. This will deter slugs and snails from feasting on your plants.
3. Fertilize Compost
Mix wood ashes in small amounts into your compost pile. They enrich the compost with nutrients, but avoid overdoing it to prevent making the compost too acidic.
4. Fertilizer for Your Lawn
Wood ashes are rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus — nutrients that your lawn loves! Sprinkle a small amount over your grass to boost its health.
5. Multi-Purpose Cleaner
Mix ashes with water to form a paste. Use this paste to scrub dirty dishes, clean surfaces, or remove grease. It also works wonders on glass and even to polish silver! Just remember, this paste is abrasive, so use gloves to protect your skin.
6. Fertilizer for Tomatoes
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