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Beware non-peat compost
Three or four years ago, I contacted one of the major compost
producers to ask what steps they took to eliminate pathogens from their non-peat compost. Needless to say they did not reply either because they didn't know, or more probably because they did nothing to eliminate pathogens. Most of the compost used in non-peat composts is obtained from councils who operate a policy of composting green waste for sale either to individuals or large organisations. We are told NEVER to incorporate grass cuttings from herbicide treated lawns, in our compost heaps - so hey! lets just take it down to the tip! This year I have suffered from herbicide damage to Dahlia seedlings sown in a well know peat-free compost - seedling distortion and eventually death. This is not only a waste of money, but more importantly a waste of my time. Fortunately I have a local source of Irish peat compost (Mother Earth), never again will I buy a fancy, modern, environmentally friendly, lethal compost. Phil |
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