Many gardeners mistakenly believe that walnut shells are ordinary garbage and try to get rid of them.
Walnut shells are a healthy product that can be used as a natural fertilizer.
What is a walnut shell
It contains many substances that will be useful for plants. It contains nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, manganese.
Walnut shells are rich in linolenic and oleic acids, which are important for plant growth and development.
Benefits of Walnut Shells as Fertilizer
Walnut shells and partitions can be of great use in the garden if you know how to use them wisely.
Compost bin
The shells can be added to compost to make it even more nutritious. As they decompose, the walnut shells and membranes will add nutrition to the soil.
However, it should be taken into account that they will decompose slowly.
Drainage for plants
The good thing about the shells themselves is that they can be slightly crushed and used as drainage if there is a need to replant indoor plants.
It is convenient to use crushed shells to line the bottom of planting holes when planting in the garden.
The benefits of walnut shells are obvious: they are a natural fertilizer, improve soil quality, and protect plants from diseases and pests.
