Does Eggshells Help Tomato Plants?

Eggshells also provide plants with other essential minerals, such as potassium and phosphorus. The addition of these potent nutrients helps maximize tomato harvest, increase the production of the aromatic oils that make tomatoes so flavorful, and reduce the likelihood of blossom end rot

blossom end rot
Calcium deficiency symptoms appear initially as localized tissue necrosis leading to stunted plant growth, necrotic leaf margins on young leaves or curling of the leaves, and eventual death of terminal buds and root tips. Generally, the new growth and rapidly growing tissues of the plant are affected first.
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How do you add eggshells to tomato plants?

When you plant your tomatoes, dig a deep hole, pull off the bottom leaves and plant half the stem in the ground, where it will grow auxiliary roots. Then crush the shells of a dozen eggs over top of the root ball, cover with compost or soil and that's it—no more blossom end rot.

Should I add eggshells to my tomato plants?

Burying eggshells not only provides optimum drainage, but the soil gets aerated as well. Although your soil should be able to accommodate plants of any kind, tomatoes love well-drained, nitrogen-rich soil. Extra compost like eggshells will make your tomato plants happy, thus making you happy in the long run.

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