When we talk about manure, we mean animal excrement plus bedding. The amount of nourishment manure supplies to a plant the first season depends on the ratio of bedding to excrement. More bedding means less nourishment to plants the first season, but a greater residual effect for subsequent seasons. The heat comes from the burst of microbial activity stimulated by these manures' relatively high concentrations of nitrogen and low concentrations of water. Never use dog or cat manure in the garden because they can transmit diseases to humans.
Most gardeners dig it into the soil immediately.
If the manure is well rotted, with the bedding material no longer recognizable, planting can begin when the soil is smoothed. If the manure is relatively raw, wait at least two weeks before planting. All rights reserved.