Can I Compost Tea leaves?
Yes
Tea leaves can be composted.
What to Know
- Tea leaves are excellent for composting
- They're rich in nitrogen and add valuable nutrients to your compost
- Both loose tea leaves and tea bags can be composted, but remove any staples or plastic components from tea bags first
Tips
- Spread used tea leaves evenly throughout your compost pile to avoid clumping
- If using tea bags, tear them open to speed up decomposition
- Tea leaves can also be used as a mulch around acid-loving plants like rhododendrons or azaleas