It can be tricky to decide what is the best medium for starting seeds and growing seedlings. You know that compost is a wonderful substance with a multitude of benefits for soil and plant health. But can compost be used for planting seeds? For most of us, the answer isn’t clear. For example, some experts…
Can you grow in compost alone? It’s a fairly common question and a bit of a mystery for most of us. Compost provides so many benefits, so why not just plant directly into compost without soil? Will you end up with more bountiful crops this way? In this article, I’ll explain what you need to…
Perhaps you’re new to composting and are curious about methods other than the traditional bin or open heap. Or maybe you’ve been using the same composting method for years and now want to shake things up. Whatever your situation, I’ll let you into a world of composting options. From jazzed-up compost bins and recipes for…
The demand for high-quality compost in our gardens is a constant challenge for many gardeners, especially those growing food crops. One method of having a continuous supply of nutrient-rich compost is to use a continuous composter. Continuous composting is a method that will give you a constant supply of compost. Still, it can take some…
White Worms in Compost (Is this Good or Bad?) Finding white worms in compost can be a startling discovery. Quite often, they appear in large groups. It almost looks like your compost is infested! But are these wiggly creatures something to worry about? Or just a normal part of the composting process? It’s certainly not…
Roses are among the most beautiful garden flowers and one of the most frequent plants that gardeners have difficulty growing successfully. Rose flowers may be attractive and enhance your garden’s beauty, but it costs the plant resources to produce the flowers. Adding the right compost to your roses can facilitate good blooms, but your roses…
Cold composting’s claim to fame is that it’s the most straightforward method for transforming organic waste into compost. This method doesn’t need much prep work, a watchful eye, or regular turning, making it a top pick for beginners. Its perks are clear, but are there downsides to cold composting? I’ll answer all your questions about…
Compost tumblers are a relatively new method for turning your kitchen and garden waste into top-quality compost. One of the benefits claimed by manufacturers to help market tumblers is how quickly they produce compost compared to other methods. But is this true, or is it just a sales pitch? After all… These systems can be…
Most gardeners, even those new to gardening, are aware of the importance of using compost to feed their plants. There are many ways that compost can be applied in your gardening. So many that it can become confusing to know which technique to use in every situation! Should you just lay it on top of…
These days we should all be composting! And if you’re conscientious about recycling, you know it needs to be done. But maybe you’re one of those gardeners who lack space, time, or just don’t like looking after compost heaps! In that case, you might be missing out on an easy and clean way to compost…