Ceylon Crushed Eggshells 100% Organic Calcium Fertilizer Egg shell powder as an organic fertilizer is a very valuable fertilizer and in the preparation of this organic fertilizer the shells are sterilized, powdered and prepared very safely. The elements in these fertilizers are silicon, copper, iron, sulfur, selenium and manganese which are rich in calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium and 27 other elements. The four shells inside the egg shell are very important nutrients for the crop. Eggs also contain mucin and keratin, which affect the full growth of plants. Benefits to plants and soil from using egg shell powder as an organic fertilizer Soil acidity can be reduced.Improving the aeration of the soil required for the development of the root system of the plant.Soil looseness due to improvement of soil structure.Addition of many essential minerals to the soil.Protecting crops from pests. Crushed egg shells have many uses: Garden Fertilizer Eggshells are rich in calcium and other minerals that help your garden. Add a little ground egg shell into each hole before planting. Sprinkle some shells around the base of your plants every couple weeks. Give your tomatoes a calcium boost. with ground egg shells. Ground eggshells make a good non toxic cleaner for pots and pans, just mix a little soapy water. It’s almost impossible to get a scrub brush down the narrow neck of your thermos. Rinse with hot water, then add some ground egg shells, fill halfway with water and shake. The shells will act as an abrasive and remove mold or other stuff built up on the inside. Pest Control Scatter crushed or ground egg shell vegetables and flowers to help keep slugs, snails, and cutworms away from them. They don’t like crawling over the sharp pieces of shell. House Plants Keep a jar of eggshells covered with water for watering your indoor plants. I also feed them to my chickens & ducks as a calcium supplement. There are many more uses for ground or crushed egg shells, these are just a few examples. How does eggshell powder as organic fertilizer affect the nutrition of the crop? Calcium builds cell walls in crops and increases plant vigor. There is rapid germination. The use of egg shell powder as an organic fertilizer helps in quick absorption into the soil and the application of these egg shell powder fertilizers should not be done near the root board of the crop but should be spread around and a little water should be added. Crops suitable for application of egg shell powder as organic fertilizer: Flowering plants, tomatoes, cauliflower, peppers, potatoes, carrots, beetroot, onions, cabbage, eggplant, watermelon, lettuce Crops unsuitable for application of egg shell powder as organic fertilizer: Beans, Cucumbers, Spinach (Slight application is not a problem.) Tomatoes, Peppers and Eggplants Blossom end rot is a serious problem when growing tomatoes, peppers and eggplants and can decimate entire crops. This is often caused by lack of calcium. This condition results in dark rotted sores on vegetables. A layer of crushed eggshells, placed in the planting hole for these vegetables, is a simple means of combating the disease. As they decompose, the eggshells naturally enrich the soil, providing a slow, steady source of calcium, preventing blossom end rot from occurring. Slug and Snail Prone Plants For plants prone to damage by slugs and snails, such as tomatoes and marigolds, eggshells are a good line of defense. A layer of roughly crushed eggshells encircling plants is a deadly barrier to these hungry pests, as their soft bodies are eviscerated by the jagged edges. Best of all, using eggshells to deal with slugs and snails is a natural alternative to chemical products. Thirsty Plants and Plants Not Yet Grown Calcium, which is found in eggshells, is vital to all forms of plant life and is a “crucial regulator of growth and development,” according to the American Society of Plant Biologists. For an extra boost of this nutrient, place a powder made from finely crushed eggshells into a watering can and fill it up. After letting it sit and absorb for several days, use the substance to water plants, such as vegetables and shrubs, and it will act as a natural fertilizer. Potted Plants Crushed eggshells can be used to block holes in plant pots while providing soil with nutrients as they decompose. This trick works for all kinds of potted plants, like spider plants, ferns and ivy, and is as simple as placing a layer of crushed shells at the bottom of a planting container. Before using the shells, they should be washed clean of residue and broken into pieces large enough to thoroughly cover the holes. 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