Eggshell
Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Why
- Eggshells are biodegradable and belong in the Biotonne (organic waste bin).
- They decompose in compost and provide calcium for the soil.
Before you throw it away
- Roughly crush eggshells if desired.
What you can make from it
Compost Fertiliser
- Collect eggshells
- crush into small pieces
- add to compost
- turn regularly
Seedling Pot
- Carefully open eggshells
- hollow out
- fill with soil
- plant seeds