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#201314 Apr 14th, 2008 at 01:04 AM
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What are some good "green" and "brown" materials for a compost pile? why


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emdeGardener2 #201319 Apr 14th, 2008 at 02:59 AM
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I just use grass for green and fallen leaves for brown it works great.

I think on the old site you can find a list of stuff that you can use.


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Someone pls correct me if I'm wrong, but I belive all your kitchen waste is considered 'green'. (of course, no meats should go in compost)


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If you fryed it don't use it in your compost. Also any milk products are a no-no from what I've read.


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emdeGardener2 #201891 Apr 16th, 2008 at 02:30 PM
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I've attached a link; at the bottom of the page is a chart with good "green" and "brown" materials. It's pretty informative, I've always wanted a compost file myself so I think I'm going to try it. Good Luck!

http://www.compostguide.com/



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Another good resource is www.compostjunkie.com/compost-ingredients.html Some really good composting info as well!


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