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#56392 September 12th, 2006 at 06:51 AM
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Does anyone know if chicken manure is good fertilizer and how much to use on a 25 by 15 garden

#56393 September 12th, 2006 at 12:37 PM
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Joegardener, chicken manure is a great fertilizer because it contains Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium which are all beneficial to your plants; wink but, DON'T use any of the fresh chicken manure on your flowers or vegetables because it's too hot when it's fresh and will burn your plants. frown It can damage the roots and kill your plants when it is used raw; however, it can be composted and turned into "Black Gold" for your garden. wink I would add it to your compost bin or pile and let it cure for about three or four months before using it, and you will know when it's ready because the compost will be dark, crumbly, and earthy smelling!

Hey neighbor, what part of Illinois do you live in? Duh I'm in the southern part near St. Louis.

#56394 September 14th, 2006 at 07:43 AM
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I live in belleville which is about 15 miles from st louis. A friend has chickens so he has plenty of poo. eek I want to till it in for spring. My garden will love me for it. Thanks for the advise. Are you close to belleville.

#56395 September 14th, 2006 at 07:59 AM
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Geesh, it sounds like we live in the same general area! I'm pretty close to St. Louis too!


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