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compost question

15 years ago

Hello all, I am starting my first sfg. (2/4x4) I have 3.8 cf peat moss,4cf vermiculite,dairy cow manure compost,chicken manure compost,cotton hull compost and mushroom compost this is all that I could find (4 types) in my area.

My question is:I know that I dont have quite enough peat and vermiculite to make up a third for each box,could I just make up the difference with more compost? My beds will be raised about 30" with a bottom. soil mix will be 6"

will this work? Also the mushroom compost that i bought has heavy chunks in it. right now it is in trash bags in the garage should I dump it out so that maybe it could dry out some or should I leave it in the bags and let it cook some?

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dutchess_9
15 years ago
I personally use far less peat moss and vermiculite and more compost in my raised beds. Everything seems to be doing fine.

I would let the mushroom compost sit longer.

Happy Gardening!

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