Can I Compost Prunings?
Yes
Prunings can be composted.
What to Know
- Prunings from trees and shrubs can be composted, but they break down slowly
- Woody materials are considered 'brown' or carbon-rich components in compost
- They help provide structure and aeration to your compost pile
Tips
- Chop or shred prunings into smaller pieces to speed up decomposition
- Mix with 'green' materials like grass clippings for balanced compost
- Avoid composting prunings from diseased plants or those treated with pesticides
- For very woody prunings, consider using them as mulch instead