On Mon, 29 Mar 2004 20:36:53 GMT, c (Scott
Harper) wrote:


So what's the word from the wise gardeners out there? Can live oak
leaves be effectively composted? Any special tricks?

Yes, they make excellent compost and are a valuable addition to the
mix. What you should do is what you said you haven't been doing,
turn, stir, mix. Also, keep them moist. If you have some way to shred
the leaves (such as a mulching mower) they will compost faster.



Elliot Richmond
Freelance Science Writer and Editor