Every time you throw out an old bag of tea, you’re missing an opportunity to transform it into vital fuel for your plants. Tea is full of benefits for humans; it can pep you up when you need energy, soothe you when you’re anxious, and clear your head when you’re foggy. Most people don’t realize that used tea bags are actually excellent for the garden. Most tea bags even have compostable bags, so you can just plant them in the soil exactly as they are. Tea gets a distinctive, strong flavor from compounds called tannins.
Here’s Why You Should Never, Ever Throw Out Used Tea Bags In Spring