Composting is an activity every serious gardener will engage in at some point! And most gardeners are aware that earthworms are great for the soil on many levels, but how beneficial are they for creating compost? Should earthworms be included in your composting strategy to enrich the compost and break it down faster? Keep reading…
Yes, you “can”… in a trash can… I know… corny joke! But seriously, composting in a trash can is an easy way to make compost without complicated equipment. All you need is a garbage can and something to make holes. But even with something as mundane as a trash can, you have a variety of…
Compost bins don’t always suit everybody’s needs. For example, a traditional compost bin can be complicated for people with limited space. Or perhaps you just don’t want the expense of buying a bin right now. Bins do have some advantages, but they are not the only way to make nutrient-rich compost. In this article, I’ll…
There are so many different methods for the modern gardener to compost that the choice can be a little overwhelming. The traditional compost pile and the relatively recent compost bin are two common methods available to gardeners. Each has it’s pros and cons, but which method will be best for building your compost reserves? A…
Wait! Don’t chuck that banana peel in the trash; turn it into healthy food for your plants! Almost a third of the things we throw away are compostable, so setting up a compost bin is an excellent way to live greener. To get you started, here’s a beginner’s step-by-step guide to using a compost bin….
Autumn is one of the best times of the year for composting. But the things you need to do in the fall are slightly different from summer! This article will tell you the best composting practices to apply during this season. The guidelines below will put you on the right path if you want to…
It’s every gardener’s dream to have good quality topsoil! And good drainage is one of the essential characteristics of healthy garden soil. Poor drainage can lead to waterlogging or, inversely, soil that drains too quickly. Pretty bad situations for most plants! Most gardeners understand that compost is a valuable soil amendment for improving soil quality….
Many gardeners frequently ask, what’s the difference between compost and mulch? This can be confusing because the two words are sometimes used interchangeably. Sometimes, even experienced gardeners mix them up. This article will help you understand the differences between mulch and compost. I’ll show you whether you can use compost as a mulch, which is…
What gardener hasn’t heard of composting? Are you wondering if composting is worth the extra work? Is compost really any good for your plants? Over time what I learned was – yes, it is! To help you understand how compost helps plants, below, you’ll find a list of 10 reasons why composting is beneficial for…
There are many good reasons to compost. But composting can take ages. Sometimes a year or more for some people. If you’re reading this, you’re probably wondering whether there’s any way to speed up the composting process and get your hands on that beautiful brown stuff quicker… I’ll explain some of the best tips and…