Compost Carbon-Nitrogen Ratio

Calculate compost C:N ratio from materials. Free, instant.

How to Use Compost Carbon-Nitrogen Ratio

1

Enter brown and green material weights.

2

Enter their C:N ratios.

3

Get combined ratio.

Frequently Asked Questions

What C:N ratio is ideal?

25-30:1 is ideal. Too high (>40) = slow decomposition. Too low (<20) = smelly.