Shell on Earth - Crushed Whelk Shells
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Every plant is carefully packed by our small, plant-loving Bristol team using protective, mostly plastic-free packaging.
Occasionally, you may find reused bubble wrap – this has been donated to us, and we encourage you to reuse it too.
Orders are usually packed and dispatched within 2–4 working days. We may occasionally delay dispatch during periods of extreme weather to protect your plants. We always prioritise plant health over speed of delivery.
Delivery is £4.99 for any number of items, or free on orders over £60. We deliver across the UK only.
We also offer local, bike-powered delivery in Bristol for £4.99 via Pedal Collective, a gentler option for plants and the planet.
We believe in paying people fairly, that’s why we’ve been a Real Living Wage Employer from the very beginning. We’re an independent Bristol business, packing every order ourselves.
Supporting us means supporting fair work.
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Royal Mail's maximum delivery weight is 30kg - this means we can only send a maximum of 2 large bags in one order.
Recycled crushed, washed and dried whelk shells.
This is ideal for the indoor plant pot and terrarium top dressing. Great for cacti, succulents and most houseplants. Alternatively, you can mix the shells into soil or compost to increase drainage.
About Shell on Earth
They're a small family business run by husband and wife team Jordan & Caryl Andrews. They take the crushed whelk shells generated at their family’s seafood processing factory and recycle them for use in gardens and landscaping.
It's estimated that 5000 tonnes of waste shells are generated in the UK fishing industry every year. They are proud to not only reduce our waste output from the factory but also to help support a circular economy by utilising 100% of the whelks they process.
This is a natural product from the sea and Shell on Earth does its best to remove any foreign material. All the packaging is recyclable. The white filler is made from vegetable starch and is compostable.
Add a Pot & Care Essentials
Most customers add a pot or soil when purchasing this plant.Love this shop !! I always come back
Just what was needed for a cacti arrangement. Good quality & value for money.
Just as expected. Thank you.
Fast delivery, faster than I expected! Which was lovely as I was very excited and I'm very glad I've found this little shop! Will definitely be buying again! Thank you XX
Packaged with eco-friendly materials and healthy, strong plants.
10/10
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