Can you really compost walnut leaves? Or will it kill your plants?
You can compost walnut leaves, if you do it correctly. The process of composting also breaks down juglone, the chemical that inhibits the growth of other plants. You need to make sure you let the compost sit for several months more than usual before using it. A good safety test is to see if tomato seeds will grow in the compost.
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