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Re: [nafex] Sawdust/juglone
In a message dated 5/22/00 9:27:31 PM, edforest55@hotmail.com writes:
<<I have used walnut sawdust as a mulch, I just figure it won't decay
for a long time. Could be wrong, too early to tell. Any sharing of
practical experiences would be appreciated.>>
Walnut wood practically melts into the ground. I would expect the sawdust to
last longer but not necessarily loner than other forms of sawdust. Black
locust sawdust might be another matter.
The question in my mind is whether people have determined that there is
juglone in the wood, leaves, sawdust, etc., of walnut or if it is just
assumed. I just don't know, but it isn't hard to hold sawdust for a year or
to mulch something immune with it if you are pressed, sparing other mulches
for more sensitive plants.
Dan H
Still in Zone 9
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