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Nutgrass628 viewsIf left unchecked Nutgrass will spread out as a dense mat that is difficult to remove.
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False Garlic625 viewsFalse garlic has little bulbs each of which can break off and create a new plant. The bulbs do not break down in the composting process.
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Stick Can622 viewsSticks and woody material should be placed in the Stick Can. They will be shredded for future use as compost.
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Nutgrass606 viewsNutgrass is a rhizome which puts out runners to create a network of new plants.
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Stable Waste604 viewsThe crew mixes in stable waste with the shredded material then it all gets watered thoroughly. Moisture helps keep the bacteria in the manure alive so they can break down the green waste. Composting needs all three components (green waste, manure and water) to be successful.
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Sifting Screens599 viewsSifting screens for placing on the wheelbarrows are also available.
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Green Waste598 viewsGardeners bring their green waste to the lower composting area.
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Green Waste Trash Bins592 viewsTrash bins for noxious weeds in the lower composting area.
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Ready Sign587 viewsThe Ready sign indicates which of the three bays is ready for use.
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Green Waste Trash Bin586 viewsTrash bin for noxious weeds in the upper composting area. All noxious weeds should be put in the green waste bins which are handled separately when they are picked up.
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Trash in Green Waste586 viewsSamples of trash found in the green waste. Metal and glass objects are especially dangerous for the crew and equipment if they get into the shredder.
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Green Waste - Farmer's Markets586 viewsGreen waste from local farmer's markets is also composted.
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