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For those who love flower cultivation, Phalaenopsis is undoubtedly a plant with great ornamental value. During the process of cultivating Phalaenopsis, fertilization is a crucial but often overlooked part. So, is there an economical and environmentally friendly fertilizer that can meet the growth needs of Phalaenopsis without burdening the environment? The answer is yes, and eggshells are an excellent choice.
As a common waste in daily life, eggshells actually contain rich nutrients. They are rich in calcium, which is vital for the growth of Phalaenopsis. Calcium can not only strengthen the cell walls of plants, improve their stress resistance, but also promote the development of plant roots, making Phalaenopsis stronger. In addition, eggshells also contain various trace elements such as phosphorus and potassium, which play an irreplaceable role in the growth and flowering of plants. Therefore, using eggshells as fertilizer can not only achieve the reuse of resources but also provide comprehensive nutritional support for Phalaenopsis.
Making eggshell fertilizer is not complicated and only requires a few simple steps. First, we need to wash the collected eggshells thoroughly to remove the protein and egg membranes inside to prevent unpleasant odors from being generated during the fermentation process. Then, dry the washed eggshells in the sun or in an oven to ensure that all the internal moisture has evaporated. Next, we can crush or grind the dried eggshells into a powdery form to make them more easily absorbed by the soil and plants. Of course, if you want to make liquid fertilizer, you can put the crushed eggshells into a sealed container, add clean water and soak them for about a week. After filtering, dilute the liquid and use it to water the Phalaenopsis.
Although eggshell fertilizer has many advantages, the following points need to be noted during its use. Firstly, due to the high calcium content in eggshells, excessive use may lead to soil compaction, which affects the root respiration of plants. Therefore, it is necessary to control the amount of use, and it is generally recommended to use it once a month. Secondly, to avoid the heat generated during the fermentation of eggshells from burning the roots of plants, we need to ensure that the eggshells are completely dry and ground into a fine powder before use. Finally, since the nutrient requirements of different plants vary, when using eggshell fertilizer, it can be used in combination with other fertilizers to meet the comprehensive nutritional needs of Phalaenopsis.
In addition to using eggshell fertilizer reasonably, to make Phalaenopsis grow healthily and vigorously, it is also necessary to combine other scientific cultivation methods. For example, Phalaenopsis likes to grow in acidic soil with a pH value between 4 and 6, so we need to regularly detect the soil pH and adjust it in a timely manner. At the same time, Phalaenopsis also has a relatively high demand for light, but it is not advisable to expose it to the hot sun for a long time. Therefore, during the cultivation process, it is necessary to provide it with sufficient and soft light conditions. In addition, watering is also an art. It is best to water with a sprayer to keep the soil moist but not overly wet to avoid causing diseases and pests.
Phalaenopsis can indeed use eggshells as fertilizer, and this method is both economical and environmentally friendly, being very friendly to both plants and the environment. As long as we master the correct production and use methods and combine them with other scientific cultivation methods, we can make Phalaenopsis bloom under our careful care.