Ways to Use Citrus Peels in Your Garden

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The spring and summer months are the perfect time to enjoy a juicy orange or some fresh squeezed lemonade. But when you are done, don’t toss those citrus peels in the trash.

Citrus peels can be used in myriad ways instead of simply tossing them out or composting them. In a household that consumes many oranges, lemons, grapefruit, tangelo, and other citrus, making use of the peels can save you money and produce some wonderful results. This article presents a few suggestions to get you started.

Ways to Use Citrus Peels in Your Garden