City of Vancouver compost composition

Discussion in 'Soils, Fertilizers and Composting' started by Amanda Cantelon, Apr 4, 2008.

  1. Amanda Cantelon

    Amanda Cantelon Member

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    what about Vancouver City compost? Is that full of herbicides as well?
     
  2. WesternWilson

    WesternWilson Active Member 10 Years

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    I imagine it reflects the gardening practices of the area as a whole, so yes, it likely has residue and disease organisms. The heat of the pile should fix some of that, but I am not a big fan of the municipal compost. It is rough and full of cedar and bark.
     

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