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Old 02-07-2004, 10:02 PM
Frogleg
 
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Default compost to be used indoors

On Fri, 02 Jul 2004 18:30:45 GMT, "Doug Kanter"
wrote:

"Anne" wrote


Could anyone advise me how to prepare compost for use in the house for
indoor plants? There are bugs and flies and I would prefer not to
bring them in. Thank you.


Working from ancient memory here! The book "Crockett's Victory Garden"
suggests pasteurizing it outside in a big pot, perhaps over a gas grill. Add
enough water so it doesn't burn. He says it stinks to high hell, so do it on
a day with a breeze, and away from open windows. I don't recall how long
this should take, but I'll guess and say 20 minutes from the time it starts
boiling.


Or you could buy some commercial compost for your houseplants.