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mresseguie · March 18, 2008

Gobig,

For the last two years I have used a combination of leaf mulch and llama pellets (manure). The pellets have sat in the sun for a while before I use them, so they are very dry and light. As I water, they very slowly release nutrients into the soil.

Our winters are markedly different, but pellets tend to last for 12 to 18 months here in the PNW. I'm guessing they won't last that long in MN. I suspect the hot, humid summers will break them down more quickly.

Peace.

Michael in OR, zone 8.

March 18, 2008	#10
mresseguie Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 159	Gobig, For the last two years I have used a combination of leaf mulch and llama pellets (manure). The pellets have sat in the sun for a while before I use them, so they are very dry and light. As I water, they very slowly release nutrients into the soil. Our winters are markedly different, but pellets tend to last for 12 to 18 months here in the PNW. I'm guessing they won't last that long in MN. I suspect the hot, humid summers will break them down more quickly. Peace. Michael in OR, zone 8. __________________ Learning to speak tomato! Got compost?