This fruit, from the Vera pistacy tree, often ends in the trash, without knowing that it can be reused in a simple and fast way.
In times where environmental awareness increasingly gains more land, the recycling or reuse of organic waste It has become a common practice. It is normal to hear that they are made with paper, cardboard, glass or plastic objects, such as bottles, but there is a dry fruit that hides another utility: The pistachio.
This fruit, from the Vera pistacy tree, is nutritious and rich, both in fiber, as in protein. Experts recommend consume a handful per day, since it has several health benefits. However, on many occasions, the shells end up in the trash, without knowing that you can re-use way simple and fastfor useful use in the home. They are considered a “treasure” for their ecological capacity and can be used in gardening or for crafts, thanks to their hardness, texture and composition.
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Drainage for pots: the most common use
They can be placed at the bottom of a pot to improve the passage of water without a crush the Earth. In this way, they prevent excess moisture that can damage the roots of plants and are an ecological and light alternative to materials such as stones. To apply them correctly, it is first necessary to wash the pistachio shell well to remove any type of waste, and secondly they should be put at the bottom of the pot with an approximate thickness of 2-5cm.
Other types of uses
The shells can also be used to control pests due to their repellent properties and physical barrier. Its smell helps to scare certain insects if they spread in the garden. In turn, they absorb bad odors, so they can be placed in fabric sachets inside the home. He is a very effective homemade.
On the other hand, if you add an old rag, they can be used to clean surface surfacesdue to its texture. Finally, they can be painted and used in creative photographic projects, or also for table designs or to give the house a rustic touch.
Source: Ambito
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