Yeah, I wasnt going to use the shells because I thought they would be
good for the plant. I just wasnt sure if maybe the calcium based shell
would bother the roots.

Dustin





In article , Ray
wrote:

Trying to rely on a substrate for nutrition is not advisable, as the
minerals are usually quite insoluble, therefore of no value to the plant.

If you like the looks, go for it, but still feed appropriately.