Today I explain what to do with empty walnut shells and hazelnuts that you just ate.
Because I imagine that like everyone else, once the fruit is eaten, you purely and simply throw away the shells.
If so, stop now and recycle them!
Rich in vitamin E, magnesium and phosphorus, these little shells are real little treasures.
They enrich the soil of the garden while being useful for many things for the house.
So discover 7 amazing uses for what to do with your shells for the garden and home. Watch:
Walnut and hazelnut shells can be used to make a good mulch.
Like straw or wood shavings, shells limit the appearance of weeds.
Very aesthetic once scattered on the ground, this type of natural mulch also regulates the humidity contained in the soil.
To drain water well in flower pots , do you usually use clay balls or small pebbles?
Well, be aware that walnut and hazelnut shells do just as well.
Break them into a thousand pieces and place them at the bottom of the bin to get the same benefits.
The shells prevent the evaporation of water and retain it so that it does not stagnate at the bottom of the tray.
You can immediately put aside the traditional fire starters, especially if they are not environmentally friendly.
Walnut and hazelnut shells make it easy to start a good fire.
All you have to do is practice what is called the reverse ignition technique. Do you know?
The method is simple.
It consists of first putting the wood and then the shells on top.
In short, the opposite of what we usually do.
Set the shells on fire with matches and watch the fire take off without a hitch.
Try it, it works like hell. In addition, it produces less smoke and it is less polluting.
To aerate heavy soil, I advise you to mix it with crushed walnut and hazelnut shells.
This allows better drainage for the plants you intend to seed.
On the other hand, mix the soil and shells well with compost.
Otherwise, it creates very dense clods of earth that block the flow of water.
Quite the opposite of what is sought!
You are certainly used to throwing organic waste in your compost.
And well do the same with the shells of walnuts and hazelnuts.
Remember to grind them as much as possible beforehand so that they decompose more quickly.
By their composition, these shells enrich your compost.
Sprinkle the bottom of the garden with walnut or hazelnut shells to make people happy.
Insects immediately find a very appreciable refuge there, especially in winter.
Thus, you participate in the maintenance and development of biodiversity in your garden.
Ladybugs are particularly attracted to these empty shells.
To decorate garden paths, you certainly use small gravel or pebbles.
Well, I decided to follow the advice of a landscaper:to use walnut and hazelnut shells.
Distributed in my driveway, they offer a great decoration, very original and above all not expensive at all.
Before sowing them, I just break them into small pieces.
Plus it's pretty funny, it creaks when you walk on it.
It's Wednesday afternoon and it's raining outside?
It's time to get out the container of empty shells, matches, paint and a little paint!
Play with the children to make characters by using their imagination.
A fun and economical DIY.
