In the composition of the eggshell there are many useful substances to which many horticultural crops respond gratefully.
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In addition to a huge amount of quickly assimilated calcium carbonate, it contains: potassium, silicon, magnesium, phosphorus and other useful elements.
In what form to apply
The product can be used both in the form of large pieces or flour, and in the form of an infusion. Of course, the finer the fraction, the faster nutrients enter the soil. Therefore, it is recommended to grind the shell or grind it altogether before placing it in the soil.
How the shell is used
The range of areas where eggshells are used is large. The most common "places" of application are as follows.
Stimulation of fast pecking of seeds
Many gardeners notice that plantings sprinkled with egg flour sprout faster. In addition, the seedlings treated in this way are noticeably stronger than those that have not received such feeding.
Root dressing preparation
Cooking method:
- several (no more than 5) dry egg shells are finely ground and poured with boiling water;
- cover with a lid;
- insist for a week;
- the infusion must be stirred daily;
- when the allotted time has passed, the infusion is diluted in a ratio of 1 to 3;
- this solution is watered with seedlings.
Such feeding contributes to the rapid gain of green mass and stimulates the development of sprouts.
Excellent drainage
Eggshells that are not too finely chopped, placed on the bottom of the pot, serve as excellent drainage for indoor plants.
Improving soil structure
Egg flour is an excellent way to reduce soil acidity. To do this, finely chop the shell and add 2 cups of flour to 1 m².
In autumn, when digging, large pieces of shells are introduced into the soil. This measure allows you to loosen the soil, improve gas and moisture exchange.
Attention! Before adding to the ground, the shell must be calcined. After such treatment, useful substances penetrate into the soil faster.
Remedy for blackleg and pests
Dusting the plants planted in the ground with fine-grained powder helps prevent the development of a destructive disease.
Pest control:
- helps to protect the roots from the encroachment of moles;
- bears. The product must be prepared from small particles of the shell and vegetable oil. The resulting mixture is buried between the plants. The pest, having tasted such a treat, dies;
- slugs. The rough surface does not allow pests to approach the plants, which becomes an excellent prevention against slugs.
Considering that this top dressing is completely organic in origin, it is not capable of harming the plantings, even in the highest concentration. Therefore, the shells can be poured directly into the planting holes before the seedlings are placed in them.
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