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AAPFCO Soil Amendment/Compost Uniform Product Claims
Below is a list of compost benefits that have been verified and should be available for suppliers or manufactures to use on their product labels. Access PDF Here
Read MoreLandscape Architecture/Design Specifications For Compost Use
This work shall consist of incorporating compost within the root zone to improve soil quality and plant growth. This specification applies to all types of turf establishment methods including seeding, sprigging, sodding, and hydroseeding.
Read MoreUsing Compost in Stormwater Management
Compost amended soil has a significantly higher water holding capacity than unamended soil. This property is crucial when preventing stormwater flood events, by being able to hold more water compost prevents run-off and allows the soil to retain moisture.
Read MoreCompost Berm
How it’s Applied: A dike of compost that is placed perpendicular to sheet flow runoff to control erosion in disturbed areas and retain sediment. It can be used in place of a sediment and erosion control tool such as a silt fence. The base of the berm is generally twice the height of the berm.…
Read MoreCompost Socks
How it’s Applied: A mesh tube filled with compost that is placed perpendicular to sheet flow runoff to control erosion and retain sediment in disturbed areas. The filter sock can be used in place of a sediment and erosion control tool such as a silt fence. USCC_Compost_Filter_Sock_Ero
Read MoreCompost Blankets
How it’s Applied: A layer of loosely applied compost that is placed on top of the soil in disturbed areas to control erosion and retain sediment resulting from sheet flow runoff. Compost blankets are used in place of sediment and erosion control tools such as mulch, netting, or chemical stabilization. USCC_Compost_Blanket_Erosion
Read MoreConsumer Compost Use – Lawns
Consumer Compost Use – Flowers and Vegetables
Consumer Compost Use – Trees & Shrubs
Compost – Methods to Use
Applying compost to your project is easy provided you have the right resources. Check out those methods below. Topdressing Topdressing is a method of applying compost by spreading a thin layer on top of your project area. With this surface application method, established plant roots aren’t disturbed. Make sure not to pile compost against the…
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