Can I put pumpkin seeds in my compost bin?
YES 🎉
You can put pumpkin seeds into your composting bin!
Key info
Green material📂
3 months⏳
30:1⚖️
Get the right balance of brown and green composting materials in your bin with our expert guide.
Pumpkin seeds have a low environmental impact and can be composted effectively.
They break down relatively easily in compost, usually within a few weeks to a few months.
To speed up decomposition, it's best to crush or break the seeds before adding them to the compost bin.
Maintaining a balanced carbon-nitrogen ratio is crucial for successful composting.
Pumpkin seeds are considered nitrogen-rich or green materials, so they should be balanced with carbon-rich brown materials like dry leaves or shredded paper.
Aim for a C/N ratio of around 25-30 parts carbon to 1 part nitrogen to create optimal compost conditions.
By composting pumpkin seeds, you can contribute to nutrient recycling and reduce landfill waste.
It's an environmentally friendly way to dispose of them and helps create nutrient-rich compost for your garden.
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