What exactly distinguishes mulch from compost?

What exactly distinguishes mulch from compost? Is there a major difference?

Asked by Simon on 13th May 2022
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"Time left to rest. Turn regularly. 50/50 mix of green leaf and woody stems shredded. Mulch is compost in six to 12 months."
Answered on 14th May 2022 - Member since Apr 2022 - report
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