How much of what to add to sawdust
 

I've obtained a bunch of softwood sawdust that I'd like to use as a
mulch. Apparently this will deplete nitrogen. What do I have to add,
and in what amounts, to prevent nitrogen depletion (and any other
unwanted effects)?

Thank you

On Sat, 23 Oct 2004 18:33:54 GMT, Shirley Bollinger
wrote:

I've obtained a bunch of softwood sawdust that I'd like to use as a
mulch. Apparently this will deplete nitrogen. What do I have to add,
and in what amounts, to prevent nitrogen depletion (and any other
unwanted effects)?

Thank you



Allow the sawdust to age, uncovered, outdoors for at least 9-10
months. You could sprinkle 34-0-0 over the mound before the aging
process. I use old sawdust for my blueberry plants.

Thank you for your replies. I'll let the sawdust age. Hadn't thought
of that.



Shirley Bollinger wrote:
I've obtained a bunch of softwood sawdust that I'd like to use as a
mulch. Apparently this will deplete nitrogen. What do I have to add,
and in what amounts, to prevent nitrogen depletion (and any other
unwanted effects)?

Thank you



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