On 05/07/2015 09:31, Derek wrote:
nor
paper or cardboard (both of which go for recycling), although in
principle there's no reason why these last two shouldn't be composted.

Monty Don, mentioned a few years ago, that he adds a greater % of
cardboard / paper, than I would ever had imagined, but always willing
to have a go, I tried adding every scrap of corrugated cardboard and
shredded paper, I had (possibly 25%) , and have never had such good
compost.
It rots quicker.

I don't know if it is related, but the worms seem to love wet corrugated
cardboard and fibrous stuff like egg boxes. Not sure if it is as a
foodstuff or as a shelter/breeding ground.

I recycle all 'shiny' or coloured card and most box cardboard - but keep
a portion of the latter to mix with the compost - particularly grass
clippings. Paper from the shredder goes in there too.

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regards andy