Compost Discussion Thread (Merged Threads)

billycasper_2

Can i put foxgloves in my compost bin ?? i know they are poisonous but I had heard this isn't a problem once they have rotted down.

arkonite_babe

Have a look at the useful links sticky HERE there are a few composting links in the "c" section which will tell you all you need to know about composting.

HTH!

Volcano

Yes, they won't be a problem in the compost.

billycasper_2

Thank you ! i guess thats the same for Potato haulms and rhubarb leaves then..

sbowens

Hi, this is my first posting and wondered if anyone had advice on what to do with an ants nest in my compost bin. Its been there for at least 2 months and I dont want to kill them. Will they help in the compost process or should I be getting them out?

Any advise would be welcome.

Jayar

Is your compost heap on the dry side? This is probably why they have set up home there. You can try turning the compost over a few times as they don't like to be disturbed and will probably decide to move out.

Lord_Gardener

Just turn your compost on a regular basis - speeds up the composting process and will deter your ants. If too dry, leave the top off your bin whilst we are getting all this rain or water with can/hose!!

Penelope_Penguin

billycasper wrote: »

Thank you ! i guess thats the same for Potato haulms and rhubarb leaves then..

Yep, the composting process breaks them down into lovely mulch!

Have you taken a look at the Greenfingered board? There's loads of useful gardening stuff on there, and a huuuuuuuuuuuuuge thread on the wonders of compost.

HTH, Penny. x

billycasper_2

Thank you for your replies . I guess it would have been better on the greenfingered board but we got there in the end.
thanks again:beer:

cazziebo

Might be a stupid question - but can left over cooked rice go into the compost bin?