Think eggshells belong in the trash? Think again. Those brittle little leftovers from your breakfast are actually packed with garden-friendly power — and instead of tossing them, you should be hanging them in your garden.
Yes, hanging eggshells. It might sound odd, but this old gardening trick is gaining new attention for its natural benefits. Here’s why it works — and how you can use it to boost your garden’s health the natural way.
🥚 Why Eggshells Are Great for Your Garden
Eggshells are made up of around 95% calcium carbonate, a key nutrient plants need to build strong cell walls. They also contain traces of magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium, making them a gentle, slow-release fertilizer.
But the benefits go beyond just feeding your plants. Eggshells can help:
Enrich your soil with calcium
Deter certain garden pests
Reduce blossom end rot in tomatoes and peppers
Improve drainage when mixed into soil
🌿 Why Hang Eggshells Instead of Burying Them?
While crushed eggshells are often added to compost or soil, hanging them has a completely different purpose — pest control.
Gardeners for generations have used this trick to repel harmful insects and animals. When eggshells are hung in mesh bags or netting around your garden, they can:
Repel deer: The smell of raw egg can mimic the scent of predators, keeping deer at bay.
Confuse and deter insects: Some flying pests steer clear of reflective, irregular shapes like eggshells.
Protect seedlings: Hanging shells around young plants creates a natural barrier without using harsh chemicals.
🧺 How to Hang Eggshells in Your Garden
Here’s a simple way to try it yourself:
What You Need:
Empty eggshells (rinsed and dried)
Mesh produce bags, cheesecloth, or old nylon stockings
String or twine
Instructions:
Clean your eggshells: After cracking eggs, rinse the shells and let them dry completely.
Place shells in mesh: Gather several eggshell halves in a breathable bag or wrap.
Tie and hang: Use twine to hang the bags from stakes, branches, or trellises near vulnerable plants.
Replace as needed: Every few weeks, replace with fresh eggshells if odor fades or shells begin to break down.
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