7 Easy Steps to Make Eggshell Seed Starters.

Eggs are full of protein, vitamins, and minerals. No wonder why they are one of the most nutritious foods on earth. A chicken egg shell is composed mainly of calcium carbonate. It makes them the perfect biodegradable  seed starters.

As you are probably already working in your garden, I suggest that you check out these 7 easy steps to make eggshell seed starters. You will love it!

 

You will need:

Seeds

Eggshells

Egg carton

Needle or thumbtack

Potting soil

Small spoon

Pot and stove

Natural soil-safe crayons or finger paints (optional)

 

Instructions:

Step 1- Remove the content of your eggs by breaking a small hole at the pointer end.

Step 2- Clean the inside of the eggshells by boiling them in water for a few minutes to kill any bacteria.

Step 3- Make a small drainage hole in the bottom of every shell.

Step 4- Place them back into the carton and use a small spoon to fill each shell with soil.

Step 5-  Add your seeds.

Step 6- Place your eggshell seed starters in a warm and sunny location. Water to keep the soil moist.

Step 7-  Watch your seedlings sprout and transplant them into your garden. Gently crush the shell and remove some shards at the bottom so the roots can find the soil easily. You can plant the shell as is, it will decompose in the soil and add nutrients to your seedlings.

These 7 easy steps to make eggshell seed starters are so much fun to do. Get the kids and the whole family involved. You can also use some soil-safe crayons or  natural finger paints to create some pretty labels on the outside of the shell.

Have you tried to grow your seeds in egg shells? Do you have any gardening tips? Let us know by commenting below. Happy gardening!

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