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Once the shells have been dry, fine powder with a coffee mill. Pour this powder into the hole where you are going to plant your tomatoes. This powder will provide calcium, a vital element for the production of healthy fruit. Egg shells are one of the best natural sources of calcium, essential to avoid problems such as apical tomato rot.
Fighting apical rot
Apical rot is a common problem caused by a lack of calcium in fruit. It manifests itself in a rot at the base of the tomatoes before they reach maturity. This may be due to several factors, such as too low a soil pH or inadequate irrigation. The use of egg shell powder is a natural and effective method of completing this lack of calcium.
Watering of tomatoes
Tomato plants do not like to have their leaves and stems wet. In addition, surface watering can create a hard crust on the ground, which must then be broken. To effectively water your deep-stacked tomatoes, use the following technique.
Effective watering technique
Bury a plastic pot pierced near the roots of tomato plants. Pour water into this pot; the water will go straight to the roots, deep, without wetting the leaves or stems of the plant. This ensures optimal hydration of the roots while keeping the surface of the soil dry and airy.
By following these tips and adopting these techniques, you will increase your chances of growing healthy and abundant tomatoes.
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