A composting bin

Can I put sunflower seeds in my compost bin?


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It's complicated, whether you can put sunflower seeds into your composting bin, so read on!

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6 months - 1 year
30:1⚖️

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


You may compost sunflower seed shells but in moderation.

Few gardeners are against composting them as they release allelopathic chemicals.

These chemicals may inhibit the growth of nearby plants.

Also, they decompose slowly and so the chemicals may last longer in the pile.

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