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Yes, used teabags are a good substitute for ericaceous compost. The soil amendment, fertilizer, or mulch in question responds to the needs of plants that prefer soil pHs in the acidic range. Those who engage in composting nevertheless will need to remember to remove the bag, which is most environmentally unfriendly in its 20 to 30 percent polypropylene content.
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Is mushroom compost good for hydrangeas?
No, mushroom compost is not good for hydrangeas. The flowering plants in question may be sensitive to soil fungi. Mushroom compost works well for acid-loving plants even though in this case ericaceous compost is the best choice.
Does Buddleia need ericaceous compost?
Yes, Buddleia needs the ericaceous type if compost is to be used. The butterfly bush in question numbers among the world's woody plants which favor a more acidic soil -- in this case, pH levels of 5.5 - 6.5 -- even though adequate space and sunlight as well as good drainage will support growth in neutral soils. Buddleia will grow in any reasonable soil, it is not ericaceous.
What is a good sentence for compost?
Compost helps plants grow.
What foods are good for compost and why?
The foods that are good for compost are usually things that can decompose in soil with worms such as banana peels. This is because the worms in your compost have to be able to decompose the things you put in the compost.
What is the pH of compost?
Good quality compost has a pH of 6.8-7.3
Would it be good to compost moss in a vegetable garden?
Sure, you can put moss in your compost.
Best compost for your lawn?
Their really is not 'a best type of compost' it is really all the same. Any thick black compost is good for the lawn.
What is elephant poop made of?
You can compost it. It will make really good compost for your plants.
Is compost good for growing plants?
Compost is great for plants absolutely the best thing! All of the nutrients from the food are absorbed into the compost. Yes! Use it!
Is there humidity in a compost heap?
Yes, to make good compost you need to make sure it stays moist.
What is the best way to dispose of rats?
They make for good compost - as long as you put them deep into existing compost.
What is a good homemade fertilizer for weed?
Compost.
