How do I recognize finished compost?

Apart from small residual amounts of branches and bones, no plant parts are recognizable. It consists of fine crumbs (pellets) and most of the compost worms have left the heap. Only the stem and individual leaf veins are still visible.

Compost according to maturity and application:

Raw compost in 2-3 months

Suitable for fertilizing lawns, soil surfaces, even after sowing, roots.

Fresh compost in 5 - 6 months

can be used in the garden or vegetable garden immediately before sowing/transplanting.

Finished compost in 10 - 12 months

and can be brought into direct contact with seeds and roots.