Composting Leaves So They Decay Fast

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Composting Leaves So They Decay Fast

FromThe Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

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May 12, 2017

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Leaves are a wonderful source of nutrients and minerals for your plants, but are slow to break down. These leaf composting tips will help you speed up the process. Read More: Composting Leaves: How to Achieve Fast Leaf Decay

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May 12, 2017

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The Epic Gardening podcast is a daily gardening tips and advice show brought to you by Kevin Espiritu, an urban gardener, hydroponics enthusiast, and all-around plant lover. Every day, a gardening question from YOU will be answered in a fun and informative way in under 10 minutes!

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Composting Leaves So They Decay Fast

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