The Manitowoc County Recycling Center will be offering free sifted compost at the Basswood and Woodland Drive compost sites throughout the month of October. Normally $10.50 per cubic yard, this material will be given away while supplies last. Our Sifted Compost is made from decomposed leaves, grass clippings and garden wastes and has been screened to remove large clumps. Many people use this compost to make garden beds, condition the soil in old garden beds, add to potted plant mix, seed or top-dress lawns, and as cover for filled areas. Compost has also been used successfully in areas where soil erosion is a problem. Compost generally has more nutrients than topsoil and it releases these nutrients slowly as the organic materials break down. It can help sandy soil retain moisture and help loosen and break up clay soils. Few weed seeds are contained in compost as they are typically destroyed during the composting process.
Guidelines
You may load your own for free at either the Basswood or Woodland Compost Site.
Loading is available Monday to Fridays from 7am to 3:45pm at the Basswood Site. There is a small fee of $2. Stop at the Main Office first.
Limit of 5 cubic yards per visit.
Deliveries are available for $26.25 per load.
This offer is available while supplies last.
Businesses and farms that need large amounts should contact the Recycling Center at 683-4333 for details.
For questions or more information contact the Manitowoc County Recycling Center at 683-4333 or visit online at www.manitowocrecycles.org
Location and Hours
Basswood Compost Site
3000 Basswood Drive
Manitowoc, WI
Monday – Friday: 7am to 4pm
Saturday: 8am to Noon
Woodland Drive Compost Site
4191 Woodland Drive
Two Rivers, WI
Monday – Friday: 10am to 6pm
Saturday: 8am to 4pm
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
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