LA Plant Genetics on Nostr: We have citrus trees. Any dropped fruits start composting within a day or two just ...

We have citrus trees. Any dropped fruits start composting within a day or two just from being on the ground & are returned to soil within a few months. The green mold that forms speeds the process along for us.

However, your system may react differently. If it doesn't work, use a method where it is left undisturbed without mechanical aeration. The mold generates compounds that kill bacteria, so it may cause problems in turned piles that don't get hot quickly to kill it.