Gladioli leaves on compost geap

[carraun]

Hello. Is it ok to put Gladioli leaves on my compost heap, not sure if they break down or not. Thank you.

 

[pepper2.0]

Welcome to the forum @carraun ! You can compost them but best to shred them if possible. If not they will be slower to break down. Also turning the pile and keeping it moist with a good mix of green and brown helps a lot.

 

[Meadowlark]

I'd only add to the above to make sure they are free of disease, as composting diseased plant material can spread pathogens...and add my Welcome!

 

[carraun]

I'd only add to the above to make sure they are free of disease, as composting diseased plant material can spread pathogens...and add my Welcome!

Thank you, I don't think I'll chance it so.