We always seem to have an abundance of these three items filling our compost bin or garbage. While great additions to the compost because of their high mineral content, you can actually get at least one more use before throwing it into the pile. Below are ways to reuse three common items considered kitchen waste – egg shells, lemon rinds, and banana peels.
Eggshells:
1. Add crushed eggshells to the bottom of planting holes, especially for tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant. These crops are susceptible to blossom end rot, which is caused by calcium deficiency. While this deficiency is most often caused by improper watering, there’s no harm in making sure your plants have a steady source of calcium. As the eggshells break down, they’ll nourish the soil, and your plants. [click to continue…]
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