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Compost For Indoor Plants (Magic Stuff!)
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Compost For Indoor Plants (Magic Stuff!)

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…

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Composting Directly On The Ground (Goodbye to Compost Bins!)
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Composting Directly On The Ground (Goodbye to Compost Bins!)

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…

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Compost Dusty (And What To Do About It!)
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Compost Dusty (And What To Do About It!)

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…

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Can You Use Compost As Mulch (Surprising Eco-Friendly Benefits!)
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Can You Use Compost As Mulch (Surprising Eco-Friendly Benefits!)

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…

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How To Side Dress Compost (The Right Way!)
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How To Side Dress Compost (The Right Way!)

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…

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Can You Compost In The Winter (Myth or Magic?)
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Can You Compost In The Winter (Myth or Magic?)

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…

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3 Bin Compost System (Fully Explained!)
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3 Bin Compost System (Fully Explained!)

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…

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What To Do With Compost In Winter (Cold Weather Tips!)
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What To Do With Compost In Winter (Cold Weather Tips!)

Winter is when most things in the garden slow down, including the compost heap. As temperatures drop and days get shorter, the microbes that work to break down organic matter in compost are far less active than they are during summer.  Does this mean you can forget about your compost heap during winter and return…

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How To Get Rid Of The Smell in a Compost Bin (For Good!)
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How To Get Rid Of The Smell in a Compost Bin (For Good!)

Compost shouldn’t stink.  If yours smells bad, then something’s gone wrong.  You can think of the smell as a warning sign – your compost’s calling for help!  On the upside, for every stench, there’s a solution 🙂  But you must figure out what triggered the odor before you can fix it.  Below I’ll share the…

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How To Use Compost (Every Way Possible!)
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How To Use Compost (Every Way Possible!)

Your mountain of organic waste has finally transformed into a precious heap of black gold. Learn how to put your compost to good use. You’ll soon realize that is the secret ingredient to a spectacular, thriving garden and bountiful harvests. Compost serves multiple purposes and greatly enhances indoor plants or an outdoor garden. It can…

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Hi, I’m Anthony.
I’m fascinated by composting! Compost is miraculous stuff. It boosts the health and vitality of your plants, and will even improve the taste of your garden produce. When you see the benefits you won’t be able to get enough of it! With some basic knowledge, you can produce rich, sweet compost for all your backyard plants. This blog is about sharing everything that I’ve learned in the hopes that it will help others discover the amazing rewards of composting… More about me...

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