betsey wrote:
Hi All--

I think 2007 is going to be the year i finally try a vegetable
garden---I'm a bit of a fanatic about hydrangeas and roses, and both
have done well without too much intervention from me.

My first question is this--I have a spot picked out for a veggie
garden, lots of sun, good drainage, etc...My intention is that while it
is still warm here in NJ (unbeilable, will still be in the 50's this
week!), I would like to turn the soil over. No problem with that,
right? Now, I have two pet bunnies....and I know i can use their
manure without a problem, no need to wait. Here is the question--they
are bedded with pine shavings (the kind you use for horses), and the
manure is mixed in. Any problem with adding this to the existing
soil????

thanks for your help--

betsey

I'm certainly no expert but here's my two cents.

As for bunny crap, I wouldn't use it. I don't really know
why, I just wouldn't. I do use composted cow manure though.

The pine chips will probably add acidity to the soil which
can also be a problem.

I'd get composted cow manure and 'till that in, then check
the PH in the spring and adjust as necessary. If you don't
have the means to do a soil test, take a sample to your
local Cooperative Extension office and they'll do it for a
nominal fee and tell you what's needed.

--
Steve