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Why is my compost heap not heating up? Composting experts share 5 causes and how to quickly fix this common issue
Composting is a great thing to take on as a gardener. It uses up waste and provides you with a homemade, nutrient-rich growing matter for your yard. But, if you find your compost heap is not heating ...
To make compost gather enough materials to make a pile at least three feet deep, mix the dry materials such as fallen leaves, shredded tree branches, cardboard, newspaper; hay or straw; wood shavings.
Amanda Weidner of the Pueblo County CSU Extension Office writes about the benefits of composting and provides some tips on getting started.
Q. How do I start and maintain a compost pile/bin? Is there a certain type of composter you recommend? I love composting because it’s a way you can take something that would normally be waste and turn ...
Compost can provide your yard’s gardens and flower, tree and vegetable beds with healthy nutrients that help your plants grow. It’s also great for helping strengthen your soil in floods and droughts, ...
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Why every gardener needs a compost sniffer!
In this video, I show you, Monty, the "compost sniffer," which is a device that analyses your compost pile for things like ...
My office is just down the road from the Washington State University composting facility. It processes more than 10,000 pounds of organic waste every month. That’s a lot of compost! I talked about ...
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The Breakfast Staple You Should Be Adding To Your Compost Bin
If you're lacking material for your compost pile, peruse your pantry before making your breakfast in the morning. You may ...
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