because there isn't anything left for fungus, worms, & bacteria to feed on.
Compost( /ˈkɒmpɒst/ or /ˈkɒmpoʊst/) is organic matter that has been decomposed and recycled as a fertilizer and soil amendment. Compost is a key ingredient in organic farming. At the simplest level, the process of composting simply requires making a heap of wetted organic matter (leaves, food waste) and waiting for the materials to break down into soil after a period of weeks or months. Modern, methodical composting is a multi-step, closely monitored process with measured inputs of water, air and carbon- and nitrogen-rich materials. The decomposition process is aided by shredding the plant matter, adding water and ensuring proper aeration by regularly turning the mixture. Worms and fungi further break up the material. Aerobic bacteria manage the chemical process by converting the inputs into heat, carbon dioxide and ammonium. The ammonium is further converted by bacteria into plant-nourishing nitrites and nitrates through the process ofnitrification.
Compost can be rich in nutrients. It is used in gardens, landscaping, horticulture, and agriculture. The compost itself is beneficial for the land in many ways, including as a soil conditioner, a fertilizer, addition of vital humus or humic acids, and as a natural pesticide for soil. In ecosystems, compost is useful for erosion control, land and stream reclamation, wetland construction, and as landfill cover (see compost uses). Organic ingredients intended for composting can alternatively be used to generate biogas through anaerobic digestion. Anaerobic digestion is fast overtaking composting in some parts of the world including central Europe as a primary means of downcycling waste organic matter.
All leaves will compost.
Leaves are recycled into fuel by making compost out of them. Dead leaves are piled up and allowed to decay, which turns into compost due to a chemical reaction from the sun's rays, mold, and the leaves. The compost has nutrients for the garden.
Leaves and stems will break down and be beneficial to the compost, but woody stems might take a long time to break down. You should not put weeds in compost, especially if they have seeds on them because it can create a weed problem in your garden.
It would be far better to compost the leaves than burn them. It makes useful fertilizer rather than a fire hazard. If you must burn, make sure to have a wire mesh on your burn barrel and a water hose nearby. Never leave a fire unattended.
Rhubarb leaves may be safely composted and the compost will not inhibit future plant growth
yes i think
Burning dry leaves causes air pollution.Instead we can make a compost pit and bury in it.
the leaves of all legumes are very valuable in compost since they are high in nitrogen and will greatly increase the fertility of the compost
from what i understand it is peas.
You can put them in your compost.
Acadia tree leaves are not okay in vegetable garden compost. Arcadia tree leaves are toxic to the soil and other vegetation.
You shouldn't burn fallen leaves because they can set other flammable things on fire, causing a deadly fire.