Mark wrote:
If you have a mulcher
I do not. Is it real expensive to buy?
Can I buy old one?

Depends on your budget. Check the Classifieds, Thrift Stores, etc...



then you just need to start a compost pile
Does it have to be a pile? Can it be in the ground instead of taking
space in the yard?


Most compost piles are indeed kept "in the ground", if not in a
pre-constructed compartment. You could even bury a trash can and keep
the led portion level with the ground. It's all up to your creativity.
(You will need to turn it over every month or so with a shovel)


will take far too long to decompose
Is there a way to speed up the process of decomposing?

No.


Lucky wrote:
Mark wrote:
Have plenty of tree branches and leaves. Want to use as fertilizer.
What is the simplest and most effective way to use it as a mulch?

If you have a mulcher that will pulverize the branches and leaves
together then you just need to start a compost pile. If you don't have
a mulcher machine then you will need to strip the leaves from the
branches and toss the branches aside as they will take far too long to
decompose.

Your compost pile will need to age about a year before it's good to
use. You can add grass clippings, fallen leaves, and leftover
vegetable and plant material from dinner, though no protein or milk
sources at all!

As far as waste goes, especialy those of pets, do not add these to the
compost pile. You can create a seperate compost specificly for this
type of waste and you will want to age it about 1 1/2 to 2 years or
more before using. (Never use Human waste at all)

Your compost pile should be kept moist at all times, though not soaking
wet. Compost piles generate heat so do not store any explosive
chemicals or gasoline nearby.

-Jason