What is green compost and brown compost?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 02/07/2011 @ 8:08 am

All good compost should consist of balanced layers of both green and brown materials. Green items generally include grass clippings and kitchen scraps, which add nitrogen to the compost. Brown materials add carbon and consist of things like leaves, newspaper, and small woody materials.

#2 Comment By Heather On 02/07/2011 @ 11:55 am

This article will help as well:
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