What to Plant in a Compost Pit: Not Just Pumpkins and Zucchini
In the dacha community, the technique of planting vegetable crops in a compost pit is widely known.
In this way, gardeners solve two problems: they save planting areas, solve the problem of a lack of nutrients, and speed up the process of processing fertilizer.
Expert of the online publication BelNovosti, scientist-agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh shared several details that will help you decide on this issue.
So, the following plants will enjoy growing in the compost pit.
1. Greens: parsley, dill, cilantro, mint and basil. These plants grow quickly and require minimal care.
2. Vegetables: zucchini, cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers and onions. These vegetables also grow quickly, but require more care than greens.
3. Berries: strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, currants and gooseberries. These berries require good soil drainage and regular watering.
4. Flowers: roses, lilies, tulips, daffodils and marigolds. Flowers require good lighting and regular watering, but can also attract bees and other insects.
5. Medicinal herbs: lavender, rosemary, sage, thyme and mint. These herbs are used to make medicines and also to scent the air.
The most important thing is that the compost pit is free of household waste, weeds and pests.
You also need to keep in mind the climate conditions and soil type to select the right plants to grow in your compost pit.
