Re: Using compost
- To: s*@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
- Subject: Re: [SG] Using compost
- From: G* K*
- Date: Thu, 12 Oct 2000 22:27:58 -0500
- References: <4.2.0.58.20000626234548.0099d5d0@pop1.sympatico.ca>
Diann, I don't make compost, but I do mulch with chopped leaves. This is
sometimes called sheet composting. Those leaves rot. Compost is not hot
in a 3-4" layer, so it doesn't matter how thick you apply it. I don't
worry about mixing it in the soil. The earthworms will do that. When I do
dig something, then it gets mixed in. I just don't worry about it. The
health of the plants speaks volumes about its benefits. I use no other
fertilizer. I don't think it matters when you spread it. Finished compost
is not "hot" and it isn't strong. Spread it whenever you feel like it.
Gail Korn
Garden Perennials
Wayne, Nebr. Z4
At 09:41 PM 10/12/00 -0500, you wrote:
>I'm curious what you long-time experts know about spreading finished compost
>on your perennial gardens. Here are some of my questions:
>
>Do you spread it on in Spring only? (i.e., when there are no plants above
>ground)
>Can you spread it on by itself without mixing with other amendments?
>How deep would you spread it--by itself, with other amendments?
>
>Everything I'm reading about it implies you have to dig or rototill it in.
>I don't understand now you could do that in an ongoing garden.
>
>Thanks for your help--I'm sure you all have very interesting things to say!
>
>Diann
