Finished compost lasts only for about 3-6 months. To store compost correctly, use a waterproof canvas to cover your outdoor compost pile; also, keep the compost away from excess sunlight. You can...
Category: Composting Guidance
Beetle grubs can benefit your compost. But if you'd rather not have them around, there are a few things you can do to get rid of them. Citrus fruit, dry leaves, and letting chickens roam through the...
To speed up your composting process, make sure to: turn your pile regularly, shred your waste, add compost activators, use insulation to heat your compost faster, add old compost to your heap,...
Compost and mulch are vital materials for a bumper harvest, but deciding which one to use depends on your soil's specific needs. Compost is ideal for improving soil structure and regulating soil pH....
Choosing to use topsoil or compost entirely depends on the need of your garden. Topsoil will add bulk to your sandy soil, and compost will amend and add nutrients. For better results on poor soil,...
Begin with a layer of brown materials of about six inches at the bottom of your compost bin. On top of the brown material, add a 3-4 inch layer of food waste (green compost material). Then add...