I used to compost lawn clippings from a local mowing contractor. The main problem I struck with the fine clippings was that it tended to pack down and restrict the air in the pile. This made frequent turning necessary After listening to E. Ingham and putting my brain into gear, I have come to the conclusion that heavy coarse particles are necessary in the mix, finely chopped grass breaks down quicker but has disadvantages. It appears the larger the range of ingredients and textures the better. David C ----- Original Message ----- From: "Allan Balliett" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, 19 May 2002 2:00 AM Subject: Re: Shredders for composting
> What about my situation? > > I'm cutting overwintered rye off from raised bed and getting ready to > compost it with cow manure (to re-apply to the same beds) I'm > thinking about putting the cut rye into a bin and dropping a rotary > mower on it, to chop it to a green slurry. (I think Hugh has > suggested this) > > But again, I think, why not just layer the whole green straw with the manure? > > I'd like to hear about other's experiences with the whole and the chopped. > > thanks > > _Allan > >
