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Old 24-12-2009, 08:09 PM posted to aus.gardens
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On Thu, 24 Dec 2009 18:24:21 +1100, "David Hare-Scott" wrote:

wrote:

You shouldn't use fresh manure on the garden. Let it compost for 5
or 6 months first.


Why?


Because during composting, some nutrients will be removed from the soil.