Can I make compost directly in the garden if I haven't planted yet and

Karen, I found these sites and hope they can guide you in adding fish parts to your garden:

https://www.gardeningchannel.com/use-fish-scraps-as-garden-fertilizer/

http://vegetablegardenhub.com/fish-in-the-garden

https://www.gardenguides.com/79743-use-fish-waste-fertilizer.html

https://groundtoground.org/2011/09/09/fertilizing-your-garden-with-fish/

Hi Karen,

It's not a good idea to use meat or fish as an open compost because it will turn rancid and smell terrible. It will also attract rodents and other animals to your property. It can be done by burying the fish at least 18" underground or with a closed composter but only in small amounts. Click here to read more on this topic. Wishing you the best!

Hi Karen. I'm Cindy. Yes, you can make compost in your garden. Remember to keep turning the compost regularly. Fish parts would be great to add to your garden. I don't think you have to grind them up. The fish will deteriorate and decay on it's own. Best of luck to you.

There's the following information at :

https://groundtoground.org/2011/09/09/fertilizing-your-garden-with-fish/

I'm told Native Americans used fish in the Three sisters gardening technique.

Hmm, I see I repeated website from first response. Sorry 'bout that.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/ingredients/composting-fish-waste.htm

Hi Karen - Here's a great article on composting that should help. Good luck! Hugs, Holly

https://pinkfortitude.com/composting/

Thanks to everyone for the help. This is a great site! I'm a fan. Karen Davis