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Q.composting for acidic soil

Zone constableville,NY..13325 | Anonymous added on June 11, 2020 | Answered

I have the following materials to compost…yard dirt, sand, sawdust, coffee grounds, pine needles,…what would be the best percentage of each to mix together for an acidic compost….planting strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries.

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on June 12, 2020

The ideal C:N ratio is 30 parts brown to 1 part green.

Or

Use 6 inches browns to 2 inches of greens.

This article will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/ericaceous-compost-info.htm

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