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For example, if your compost heats up to 40 or 50C, you can deduce that the ingredients contained adequate nitrogen and moisture for rapid microbial growth. To take your temperature readings, make sure to use a probe that reaches deep into the compost.
Cold Compost. The time it takes for compost to decompose depends largely on whether you decide to use a hot or cold composting method. Cold compost is also known as passive compost as there is little or no turning involved. You simply make a large pile of compost, which decomposes on its own with little intervention.he amount of time it takes for compost to complete the decomposition process depends on a variety of factors, so research various composting techniques before you decide what kind of compost pile to create. Other People Are Reading.