A composting bin

Can I put branches in my compost bin?


YES 🎉


You can put branches into your composting bin!

Key info
Brown material📂
6 months - 2 years
60:1⚖️

Get the right balance of brown and green composting materials in your bin with our expert guide.


You can compost twigs, sticks, and branches, but it is important to be aware of the potential drawbacks.

Breaking them into smaller pieces will help the composting process move along more quickly, as woody materials can take a long time to decompose and can make it difficult to turn the compost heap.

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