If you’re looking to start composting, one of the most important things to know is how to layer a compost bin. “Layering” is a traditional and dependable method for building compost. It’s like building a “compost sandwich” with varying strata of organic materials. By layering your compost, you’ll create the perfect environment for bacteria and…
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…
If you’ve dabbled with composting for any length of time, you’ve probably realized something by now. Your compost is getting hot. And as it rots, it gets hotter. In fact, depending on the method used, your pile can reach pretty impressive temperatures! But where does all that heat come from? Why does compost get so…
Most of the time, mushroom compost is highly beneficial for plants. But this type of compost has a slightly different chemical composition, which for some plants can be problematic. So even if you think you’re doing your garden some good, a few plants just don’t like mushroom compost. keep reading to find out how to…
So you’ve got a greenhouse, and you’re into composting. Good for you 🙂 But have you ever considered combining the two things? Would there be any advantages for your compost? And how would the compost affect the environment in your greenhouse? By positioning your compost efforts inside, you might just want the advantage of keeping…
If it’s organic, it will eventually rot! When I first started composting, I was endlessly questioning whether something could be thrown in the compost bin. The list seems endless 🙂 If you’ve been scratching your head about what you can compost. In that case, this extensive list of composting ingredients will point you in the…
Do you want to start using a compost tumbler but don’t know how? Composting is a great way to reduce your waste and help the planet. Not to mention, it’s really easy with a compost tumbler! A tumbler makes it simple to create nutrient-rich compost for your garden in no time. Not only will this…
Turning compost is one of the key ways to speed up the composting process. The simple act of turning aerates the organic waste materials and allows air and oxygen into the mix. Oxygen is necessary to support the beneficial microbes responsible for decomposition. This is essential for good results. And, of course, tumblers are designed…
Are you worried your compost tumbler isn’t heating up? The heat generated by composting microbes is a sign that the decomposition process is well on the way. And this is especially important in the beginning stages. No heat means no microbial activity. And Slower composting results. So what do you do to heat things up?…
You hear a lot of gardeners expressing concern that their compost isn’t heating up. They will go to great lengths in an attempt to maintain a hot compost pile. Because “hot composting” is generally accepted as the “fastest” way to compost. So heat energy from the sun can be a valuable contribution to this quest….