Natural Crushed Shell Keeps Your Lawn Tidy

Florida has miles of beautiful sandy beaches and when visiting most people will stop and pick up a shiny seashell. Many think of seashells as being mostly decorative items when brought into the home. However, the truth is that seashells are one of the sturdiest materials that have been created by Mother Nature. Landscaping your yard using natural crushed shells is one option that brings a unique type of beauty to your lawn. In addition, using crushed shells can actually make your lawn a lot tidier.

When considering organic material to use for a landscaping project what probably comes to mind first is stone. After all, stone is easily found and blends in well with most environments. Most lawns have a few scattered stones around here and there. But, it would take a while to collect the exact size and shape of stones needed to create a natural weed control barrier. Keep in mind that stones used in landscaping tend to be heavy and, over time, you will need to keep adding new stones as the old ones sink into the ground.

On the other hand, Mother Nature has created the perfect organic landscaping material in the form of seashells. When these shells are crushed, they do an excellent job of keeping out weeds while keeping all of the dirt neatly inside of the barrier. Not only that, but crushed shells are naturally light and easy to handle. Simply lay them out in the desired pattern and they will stay put right where you left them. Shells will form a protective layer over the soil, which prevents most weeds from gaining a foothold in your beautiful yard.

When it comes to affordability crushed shells are a much cheaper alternative to stones and any other landscaping material. Shells are a landscaping gift from the sea.