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Composting
Using Compost
Compost feeds the soil creatures that keep soil loose and fertile. Soil life also protects plants from diseases, and helps hold water and nutrients. You’ll save money on water, fertilizer and pesticides, and have a healthier yard too.
1) Use Compost as a “mulch.” Spread a 1-2 inch layer around plants and trees, to fertilize the soil and help hold moisture.
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2) Dig Compost into soil when planting. Mix 2-4 inches of compost into the upper 8 inches of soil for vegetable gardens, or when replanting landscape beds.
3) Spread a thin layer on lawns. Rake 1/4 inch of compost into lawns, in spring or fall.
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Questions? Ask the Natural Lawn and Garden Hotline, at (206) 633-0224 or email.
Related links
Growing Healthy Soil Guide (PDF) has more on using compost and mulch.
Compost Resource List (PDF) tells where to buy compost in bags or bulk.
Getting Started Composting tells how to make your own compost.
Links on other sites
Seattle Tilth offers classes in composting and organic gardening.
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