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Does Compost Help Plants Grow? (The Real Answer REVEALED!)
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Does Compost Help Plants Grow? (The Real Answer REVEALED!)

If you’re into composting, it’s likely because you want to do a little something for the environment or create black gold to help your plants grow.  Or probably both.  Compost wins in both these areas. Though the way it boosts plant health might surprise you!  It doesn’t work its magic on plants directly but rather…

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Does Compost Help Grass Grow? (Want a Greener Lawn?)
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Does Compost Help Grass Grow? (Want a Greener Lawn?)

Ah, the pleasure of a lush lawn! The way it feels under your bare feet. Its fresh smell after being mowed. How it invites you to sprawl out and cloud watch.  But keeping your lawn green and growing takes work. So on top of mowing, watering, and protecting it from extreme weather, you also need…

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Can You Plant Seeds In Compost? (The Surprising Truth)
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Can You Plant Seeds In Compost? (The Surprising Truth)

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…

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Can You Use Compost As Soil (Planting Directly Into Compost)
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Can You Use Compost As Soil (Planting Directly Into Compost)

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…

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Types Of Composting (15 Methods Explained!)
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Types Of Composting (15 Methods Explained!)

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…

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Continuous Composter (What Is It & Which One is the Best?)
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Continuous Composter (What Is It & Which One is the Best?)

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…

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White Worms in Compost (Is this Good or Bad?)
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White Worms in Compost (Is this Good or Bad?)

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…

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Best Compost For Roses (How to Grow Beautiful Roses)
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Best Compost For Roses (How to Grow Beautiful Roses)

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…

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Cold Composting (Everything You Need to Know )
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Cold Composting (Everything You Need to Know )

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…

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How Long Does Compost Take In A Tumbler? (The Truth)
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How Long Does Compost Take In A Tumbler? (The Truth)

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…

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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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