[Arid_gardener] Sunflower Stalks in the Compost?

[Suzanne Vilardi]

I have heard not to put Oleander into the compost pile, but what about
sunflower stalks?  I have read something about sunflowers producing a
chemical in their roots that is toxic to some other plants, and I have
observed in my own garden that beans don't grow well near sunflowers.  Can
anyone tell me if it is ok to put the chopped up stalks into my compost
pile?  Thanks, Suzanne Vilardi

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