Composting

Composting

Question from David
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why do some gardeners prefer not to shred plants and shrubs before putting on t the compost pile?
Posted: Saturday 10th of September 2016 09:57 AM
  • Re: Composting

    Shoot User
    a lot of shredders don't cope with real green waste as they can get blocked up. My small pro unit has different screens: one for chipping woody stems and another screen which is more open so allows for softer stuff such as leaves to be put thru.

    It could also be done to either no time (easier to chuck on than shred) or lack of a shredder. But shredded waste should generally compost quicker too.
    Replied: Friday 17th of February 2017 06:14 PM
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