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Compost Too Wet (Soggy Solutions!)
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Compost Too Wet (Soggy Solutions!)

​Let’s face it. It’s soggy, and it smells weird! The moisture level in your compost is one of the four critical components you need to monitor. Otherwise, things can get lopsided pretty quickly. So what do you do if your compost is too wet, and how do you figure out the proper moisture levels? Keep…

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Flies in Compost  (Best Things To Do Now)
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Flies in Compost (Best Things To Do Now)

Many people avoid starting a compost bin because they don’t want to attract unwanted insects, such as fruit flies, to their garden and home. Don’t let this possibility prevent you from producing your own nutrient-rich compost! There are ways to discourage these critters from taking up residence in your compost bin! Whether you call them…

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How to Turn Compost (And Get Quicker Results)
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How to Turn Compost (And Get Quicker Results)

The act of turning compost can mean the difference between finished compost in just a few months, or waiting much longer for decomposition to happen. Turning influences composting speed, but it can also help resolve a number of common composting problems. And most of us want good quality compost quicker… Right ? So, in the…

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Dry Compost Solutions (Is your Compost Bin Too Dry?)
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Dry Compost Solutions (Is your Compost Bin Too Dry?)

Compost can become dry at times. And as you probably know, this can slow down the process of decomposition, drastically! Below I’m going to talk about how to judge the moisture content of your compost bin, and how to remedy dry compost problems. So is your compost too dry? If you see very little or…

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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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