All gardeners take pride in their compost, and I’m no different. I love to touch it and let myself be amazed by the fact that the waste destined for the smelly, maggot-infested garbage dump was instead turning into black gold – right there in my little compost bin. However, there was an instance when my …
How to speed up compost! Starting a compost bin is a great way to add nourishment to your garden and practice eco-friendly living. If starting from scratch, you may feel daunted by how long compost can take to mature. Sometimes a year or more! The good news is that when the community of microorganisms responsible …
You have probably heard that peat makes a great addition to soil. Humus, of course, is another well-known soil helper. So, peat humus must be something even better – a double-deal, the all-star substrate, right? The short and surprising answer would be – No. Peat humus is one very particular soil ingredient not fit for everyday use. Still, there are …
There’s a common misconception that composting requires lots of space and materials, yet composting can easily be accomplished in a 5-gallon bucket you can find at the local hardware store for a few dollars. Let’s break down two different composting methods that can be accomplished in a 5-gallon bucket. What Should I Add to My …
It looks like dirt and smells like dirt, but it’s not. It’s teeming with bacterial and fungal activity. It’s the nutrient-rich, life-giving material dreams are made of: we’re talking about compost, baby! Compost enriches our soils, feeds our veggies, and makes quick work of the organic waste we produce. Let’s get digging into what composting …