No doubt you’ve heard a lot of talk about mulching lawn mowers, but what exactly is a mulching mower, how does it work, and is it better than a regular mower? I love a lush, green lawn. Who doesn’t? And I’ve used a mulching lawnmower for years and believe it can be great for your…
Every gardener loves compost! But the compost you buy at a garden center can be disappointing, and I hate throwing away peelings and food scraps! That’s why I think composting in a bucket is a win-win. I love the simplicity of this method. I think it’s accessible to everyone, no matter the size of your…
Is it an obsession? Because while most people see vegetable peels, messy fallen leaves, and food leftovers, dedicated composters see black gold! Turning waste into lush, fertile nourishment for the earth is a deeply satisfying pastime, so it can be disappointing when your glorious mixture fails to heat up and break down as expected. And…
We all know about the beautiful benefits of using compost in the garden. It improves soil health and helps plants grow. But what about plants in an indoor garden? Can you use compost on houseplants? Compost is a fantastic, versatile organic soil amendment that can be used for indoor and outdoor plants. It won’t bring…
All you need to start composting are space, organic wastes, water, a shovel or garden fork, and eagerness! You don’t even need a bin. In this article I’ll give you guidelines and tips for composting straight on the ground. The best part: you can start today! So what are you waiting for? Let’s go! Can…
So your compost is not looking normal and appears dusty, or white patches materialize. And now you’re wondering if something is wrong. Or maybe your composting process is having problems?! Below, I’ll offer valuable insight into what might be happening with your compost! Dusty Compost Dusty compost is usually a symptom of a lack of…
Okay… You’ve heard that compost is a multi-tasking star that can also be spread on top of the soil to take the place of mulch. Could you have been underestimating compost all this time? Can it really go either into the soil or on top? It’s true: you can make compost double up as both…
As you probably know… Compost can be applied to the garden and plants in various ways. You may have heard of top-dressing, but what about side-dressing with compost? I can tell you’re intrigued! Here’s everything you need to know… How To Side-Dress Plants With Compost Side-dressing plants with compost supplies them with additional nutrients during…
So, you started your first compost pile in spring. And after some experimenting, you’re helping it break down your organic wastes at a healthy rate (well done!). But now it’s getting cooler, and you’re worried about what will happen to your thriving compost pile in the winter. Good news: You don’t need to put a…
You’ve got a big garden that makes mountains of waste and needs mountains of compost to keep in tip-top condition. So, your compost bin is always overflowing – but never has the chance to finish breaking down what’s in it. What you need is another bin. And another! Yes, a 3-bin compost system will take…