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Old 04/05/11, 02:38 PM
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Enriching Phosphorus/Potassium in Compost piles

ive got a good carbon to nitrogen ratio of about 25:1 but i have a question for yall how can i manufacture of add good sources of both phosphorus and potassium to both my pile and my plants (((WITHOUT))) going and buying bone meal fish emuniliser etc is there anything i can do at home and by myself on the cheap?

i got a great supply of lawn clippings leaves coffe grounds and etc
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Old 04/05/11, 03:13 PM
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Leaves are my main sources of P and K. Although different species have different values, all have a decent amount of both.

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Wood ashes are high in potassium (K). Phosphorus is a tough one. Back in the old days, they'd grind the bones from whatever meat they had for dinner....
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Old 04/05/11, 09:39 PM
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if i could just add whatever leaves i could find maple oak ornamental that would be easy! wood ash is a great idea too! AWESOME thanks Martin and Gardennut!!!
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