Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Is there a negative to the soil to use oyster shells instead of gravel?

this land is being used to park (store) rvs, boats, etc..

Is there a negative to the soil to use oyster shells instead of gravel?
For that you have to check the soil first. The link below is for the Natural Resources Conservation Service about soil quality. One thing to consider is that shells have a lot of open space and that they drain water very, very well. You might consider the lay of the land and wonder where the quicker runoff will run off to.
Reply:It will make the soil very alkaline (adding lime). That could harm nearby acid-loving or neutral PH plants.



Colonial Williamsburg used to use oyster shells for some of their walkways- they're getting away from it more now.
Reply:You must be in Florida- NO- shells are full of calcium, and some sharp edges.


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