Eggshells can serve as an excellent and natural fertilizer for your garden, helping to enrich the soil with vital nutrients, particularly calcium. This guide will take you through the simple steps needed to prepare and use eggshells as DIY garden fertilizer.

A guide on utilizing eggshells as a natural and cost-effective fertilizer for your garden plants.

Use Eggshells as Garden Fertilizer

Collect Eggshells

Collect eggshells from your daily use. Wash them thoroughly to remove any leftover egg whites or yolk.

Dry Eggshells

Place the cleaned eggshells on a baking tray and let them dry. You can also speed up the process by drying them in an oven at a low temperature for 10 minutes.

Crush Eggshells

Once the eggshells are dry, crush them into small pieces using a mortar and pestle, or by placing them in a plastic bag and crushing with a rolling pin.

Apply to Soil

Sprinkle the crushed eggshells directly onto the soil around your plants. Ensure they are well-distributed for optimal nutrient absorption.

Incorporate Eggshells into Soil

Gently mix the crushed eggshells into the top layer of the soil to help them integrate more quickly and effectively.

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