What Is in the Bag? This mixed nut in shell bulk bag contains 4 pounds of filberts (hazelnuts), walnuts, pecans, almonds and brazil nuts, depending on their seasonal market availability. Did You Know This About Our Oh! Nuts Bulk Nuts in Shell? Nuts in shells stay shelf-stable for even longer periods of time than packaged nuts that are shelled. This is because the healthy nut oils are not exposed to air, avoiding that the fresh and tasty meat inside can ever get rancid. Nuts in shell for squirrels offer a great protein source for harsher days in locations throughout the yard. So why not share this deluxe nut mix with your cute backyard family? Nuts are chock-full of healthy vitamins, minerals and healthy omega oils that boost your immune system and strengthen your body. They are also full of protein and fiber, giving you energy and enhancing your gut health. What to Use the Shells of This Whole Nuts in Shell Mixed Bulk Bag for Add the nut shells to your soil and mix them in thoroughly to produce garden mulch. Spread across your flower bed in a 2- to 3-inch layer, they also suppress the growing of weeds. The shells help retain moisture in the soil and add an aesthetic appeal to you garden. They work especially well around acid-loving plants such as azaleas. Please be aware that the larger shells might have sharp edges which can actually help keep bothersome rodents away. Oh, and by the way, the shells of these mixed nuts will eventually decompose which also makes them great candidates for your compost bin.