May 29 marks National Compost Day in the US, the perfect opportunity for us gardeners to think about how we use compost in our yards. Both homemade and store-bought compost are invaluable, but you may ...

My last four articles were about bed preparation and soil amendments. Unglamorous, but extremely important topics that are keys to success. Compost is also very important so I’ll discuss it in greater ...

A homeowner took to Reddit looking for advice after turning on their DIY compost trommel and discovering it spins at breakneck speeds. A trommel is a popular appliance for home gardeners looking to ...

Hey kids! So today I want to show you how I made this homemade compost bin. It’s a metal bin because we had rats getting into our compost. I’m just going to show you how I did it. You can do it ...

Vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, dry leaves and appropriate cardboard can all become ingredients for homemade compost. Balance nitrogen-rich greens with plenty of carbon-rich browns for better ...

Think of it as composting on the go. The right kitchen scraps can break down directly in garden beds, enriching the soil for ...

Compost piles are just beginning to dry out and heat up again. Cold weather and too much water (rainfall) stops the decomposition process. Help restart the decomposition process in your garden waste ...

As the pandemic keeps many people closer to home than usual, a remarkable number of folks are spending more time tending their gardens and landscapes. As usual, shifting weather caused fluctuations in ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Compost happens. Yes, this garden alchemy really is that simple. Compost results from the natural cycle of life and death. “Mother Nature takes care of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photo Credit: Reddit A homeowner took to Reddit looking for advice after turning on their DIY compost trommel and discovering it ...