Using Different Types of Manure on the Homestead

Fresh manures may pose problems for gardeners. Also, more often than not, they do not do what they are intended when they’re fresh. First and foremost, nitrogen is frequently too strong and could kill or burn plans.

Sometimes, it is the wrong kind of bacteria and nitrogen for what your plants require. Only with aging would it be the perfect balance. Manures are also composing greens. If anybody remembers their composting 101, you have to layer your greens with browns for proper and effective composting.

Manures work great once mixed with wood shavings, straw, and dried leaves. Fresh manures may contain salts and pathogens from the digestive tract of the animal. Neither of such things would do any good for the gardens and most would harm in wrong run. Good composting of manure eliminates such imperfections because of pile’s heat buildup.

If you’re wondering which type of manure is best for you, you should know the common ones. Chicken manures are considered as the highest of all manures when it comes to phosphorus and nitrogen. These could burn plants once not aged properly. It’s best for leafy greens.

Cow manures are an all-purpose manure since it has low nitrogen. It is also less apt to burn plants and may lack nutrients that some manures can offer. Horse manures almost the same with cows.

But, there’s a risk of weed seeds to remain in manure.
There are other kinds of manure that you should know. Julie from Provident Homestead will show you more types of manure and how to use it for homestead. Just make sure to follow the tips provided to get the best results.

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