Weeds thrive when they have access to sunlight and moisture. By covering garden beds with a thick layer of crushed nut shells, gardeners can block light from reaching the soil, suppressing weed ...

The Charleston 250 Show Garden, designed by Sadie May Stowell and sponsored by Explore Charleston, featured crushed shells in mortar joints and plant pots. A great alternative to quarried grit or ...

If you've got a bowl of leftover pistachio shells from snacking, don't throw them away! Put them to good use deterring pests in your garden. Here's how.

Crushed peanut and pistachio shells can create a natural barrier against weeds, while also helping to improve soil aeration (Getty Images) By Alexandra Whiddon 06:00, 14 Mar 2025 ...