You’ll Need:
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A mesh bag (onion or produce bags work great)
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Empty eggshells (about a dozen)
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A bit of twine or garden wire
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Optional: a sprinkle of crushed red pepper or hair clippings
Directions:
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Save your eggshells – Give them a quick rinse and let them air dry. No need to scrub.
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Crush lightly – Not into powder. Just break them into halves or quarters.
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Fill your mesh bag – Add the shells and optional extras.
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Hang it up – Tie the bag to a garden stake, trellis, or low-hanging branch near your plants.
Boom. Done. Your garden just got a free upgrade.
Where Should You Hang the Bag?
Place the bag where it can sway in the breeze and get some rain. Good spots include:
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Near tomatoes or peppers (for the calcium boost)
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Around the edge of veggie beds (to deter animals)
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Close to compost bins or bird feeders (to attract helpful critters)
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In shady, slug-prone spots
And don’t worry—if the bag starts looking gunky or full of insects, swap it out. Toss the old one in the compost and repeat the process.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Toss, Hang It Up!
Who knew a pile of eggshells could do so much? From warding off pests to feeding your plants and attracting birds, this simple trick brings multiple benefits—and all it takes is a mesh bag and some leftovers.
So next time you’re about to toss those shells? Don’t. Give them a second life swinging in the garden breeze.
Nature loves a good repurpose. And honestly? So does your garden.
