Some of the basics of composting, with common questions answered.
What a start it’s been to April! A blazing sun saw our house party spill out into the garden—where, with Easter coming up, the kids lined up to have a bash at the piñata swinging from the rose arch. With colorful paper strings scattered across the grass, I couldn’t help but think about all the […]
Composting at Easter: How to Keep Your Holiday Eco-Friendly Read More »
I don’t know about you, but I find most “can’t compost” lists incredibly annoying. They often include items like grass (I compost vast amounts of grass every year), weeds (an excellent source of compost material) and human waste (haven’t they read Humanure, Shit in a Nutshell?) In fact, I often find it quite hard to
What You (Really) Can’t Compost Read More »
After reading dozens of books on composting, I often come to the same conclusion – the books usually make composting sound too complicated, and lack a quick start guide. After all, while you can get technical with composting, at the end of the day it’s a natural process. If you pile up material you will
The Absolute Beginners Guide to Composting Read More »
Every year, a staggering 60% of household waste comes from food scraps—reaching over 600 million tonnes globally. It doesn’t need to be this way. Instead of sending this waste to landfill, where it generates methane emissions, you can turn it into valuable, nutrient-rich compost right in your kitchen. From worm composting to Bokashi bins, this
Easy Kitchen Composting: How to Turn Scraps Into Plants Read More »
Did you know that only half of US gardeners (and one third of British gardeners!) compost? Given that compost is incredibly good for the soil, that’s quite a surprising statistic! And I think one reason why so many gardeners don’t compost is because composting is perceived to be difficult. But there are some easy methods,
From Trash to Bloom: Unveiling the Composting Power of Plastic Bags Read More »
I’m a massive fan of compost bins. They’re a simple way to turn waste into a rich compost that will benefit your garden for years to come. They also come in all shapes and sizes – and in my garden I’ve got everything from a homemade trash bin composter for generating heat to a three-bin
How to Use a Compost Bin (The Only Guide You’ll Ever Need) Read More »
So often on Compost Magazine we’ve focused on the fastest and best ways to make compost. Sure, there are hacks and tricks and tips to reduce the effort, but they all involve some effort. And not everyone wants to put effort into composting. So in this article, I wanted to cover some of the easiest,
When a compost pile is built correctly, you shouldn’t have many problems with flies. In fact, The Composting Handbook notes that composting is a great way to reduce the number of flies on farms. What’s more, a few flies are not really a problem. In fact, they can even provide a benefit for the compost
14 Effective Ways To Prevent and Control Flies In Compost Read More »
If you’re siting a compost pile or bin, location can be important. That’s especially the case if your bin is large, as once it is full of compost it can be difficult to move. So it’s worth taking a few minutes to think about the best location. However, the perfect spot for a compost bin
Wondering Where to Put Your Compost Bin? Here’s What You Need To Know… Read More »
I didn’t scream. Honestly. It was more of a gasp. (A manly one, I might add. A claim I can make in the confident knowledge that I was the only person at the bottom of the garden.) I’d opened the lid to my compost bin, and there was a humongous rat staring at me. It
Rats In Your Compost? Here’s What to Do… Read More »