Don’t Throw Away Tangerine Peels! Put Them on Your Windowsills Instead

4. Prepare citrus bags

Fill small fabric sachets with dried tangerine peels and aromatic herbs like lavender or rosemary. Place these sachets on your windowsills for a decorative and aromatic touch.

5. Make a natural potpourri

Mix dried tangerine peels with cinnamon sticks, cloves, and pine cones to create a festive potpourri. Arrange it in a shallow dish on your windowsill for a seasonal ambiance.

Other uses of tangerine peels

While windowsills are a great place to start, tangerine peels have countless other uses around the home:

1. DIY Cleaning Solutions

Boil tangerine peels in water to create a natural all-purpose cleaner. The citrus oils cut through grease and leave a fresh scent.

2. Infuse oils and vinegars

Add tangerine zest to olive oil or vinegar for a citrus-infused flavor in cooking.

3. Compost booster

Toss leftover peels into your compost bin to add nutrients and speed up decomposition.

4. Homemade candied peel

Simmer tangerine peels in sugar syrup, then dry them for a sweet and tangy treat.

5. Fire starter

Dip dried tangerine peels in melted wax to create eco-friendly fire starters for your fireplace or grill.

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