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8# eastroster
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这个问题我请教了有很多compost经验的专家Mark:
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# J# f+ m% l1 n, J+ Y: }) Y eIs pine needle a good material in yard compost? " O; Q$ r$ x: v4 w; [& U z
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Yes - it is a great carbon source!
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3 _# P" [& Q3 l: [) I( ]Is it easy to be broken down?
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No, it breaks down slowly because of its high C:N. It makes a very attractive mulch as well, so if you have a lot of it I suggest spreading it on top of autumn leaves around trees or shrubs, or at the back of the bed where weeding is a chore.) {0 W* e6 a7 o3 T9 t1 n! p
6 y& T% d) `* N+ u4 f0 R) Q0 X. ?3 h4 CSpruce needles are another matter - because they are thicker, and have a pointy end, they can poke you as you spread your compost - wear gloves and you will be fine.* h& m/ @9 k, Y ~& s- \6 q# f' y
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这个是spruce needle |
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