Compost or Not

Can I Compost Avocado pits?

Yes

Avocado pits can be composted.

What to Know

  • Avocado pits can be composted, but they take a very long time to break down due to their size and density
  • They are considered a 'brown' or carbon-rich material in compost

Tips

  • To speed up decomposition, break or chop the pit into smaller pieces before adding to your compost
  • Alternatively, you can dry and grind them
  • Balance with 'green' materials like vegetable scraps
  • Be patient, as even when broken down, they may take several months to fully decompose