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Do you need to add extra nitrogen to compost grass clippings?

Last Updated: May 01, 2011

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No, but you should consider adding some dry material such as leaves, straw, or hay in a layering manner with fresh (green) grass clippings. Green grass clippings are high in nitrogen content.

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