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Your compost heap should ideally:
• Be placed in a partially sunny spot to help speed up the process.
• In an area that is well drained to allow water to drain out
• On soil so that worms can get in and help break down the contents.
The compost will take about 9 – 12 months to be ready to use. When it is ready it will have a spongy texture and be dark brown in colour. It will be rich in nutrients which will help to make your garden grow!
No
Meat, dairy products, or any animal droppings. These can encourage unwanted pests and create an odour
Perennial weeds such as dandelions and thistles
Plastics, glass and metals will not decompose into compost.
No
‘Greens’ include grass cuttings, plant prunings, veggie peelings, fruit waste & tea bags
‘Browns’ are slower to rot, these include fallen leaves, cardboard, shredded paper, paper hand towels & egg boxes
Egg shells can be included in compost to add vital nutirents.