Compost Scoop

Bugs in my Compost | They’re not all bad

holywebmaker — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 11:25:22 +0000

Often times people complain about the bugs in their compost or worm bins. Of course, there are many times when the bugs are bad — or at least annoying. Fruit flies come to mind right away! But if you really think about it, the bugs do a lot of the

How to Choose a Composting Container

Compost Scoop — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:18:19 +0000

There are many sizes, shapes, and styles of composting bins to choose from. You can make one yourself or opt for not using one at all and create a compost pile or heap.

A compost tumbler is a cylindrical shape much like a drum laid on its side. It can

Different Composting Methods

Compost Scoop — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 02:26:19 +0000

There are several composting methods with various techniques, effort, and expense. It is important to choose the composting technique that suits your needs and lifestyle best. Before we describe each of methods there are common factors to consider as you make your decision. Finding your personal balance between cost, yard

Creative Composting

Compost Scoop — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:15:14 +0000

If you do not have a large backyard or live in an apartment but still want to compost, there are options available. You can still compost easily and conveniently. Some options include composting on a balcony, in your garage, or even under your kitchen sink.

The best way to compost in a

Worms for Vermicomposting

Compost Scoop — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 23:12:59 +0000

Now that you have decided vermicomposting is for you, you need to get some worms (a lot of them). For a standard size composting bin you will need two pounds of worms for every one pound of raw material you add. The earthworms you will need (known as red wrigglers) do not go

Store-Bought Fertilizer versus Mature Compost

Compost Scoop — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 23:10:00 +0000

You may wonder what the different benefits are between fertilizer purchased from the store and compost humus that you make at home. The aim of both is the same, to improve the quality of your garden, lawn, and soil but there are differences too.

Many fertilizers that you purchase at your garden

Fall Gardening

Compost Scoop — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:13:57 +0000

Many gardeners do not even consider fall gardening because of the winter frosts that might make an early appearance. On the contrary, fall gardening will result in excellent vegetables and will extend crops long after spring planted plants are finished. Vegetables produced from fall gardening are sometimes sweeter and milder

Misconceptions Surrounding Composting

Compost Scoop — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 23:04:01 +0000

Composting can benefit your garden and the planet (when done on a large scale) in many ways. A lot of people may shy away from composting because of some common myths or misconceptions. Listed below are some of the most common untruths followed by a simple explanation.

Composting is creating new dirt.

Different Types of Composting

Compost Scoop — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 22:56:07 +0000

The most common way to compost organic material into usable fertilizer is to make use of the naturally occurring microbes to use the material as food and energy. Other than ensuring your pile has enough water, food, and air you can leave the rest of the job to the ever helpful fungi and

Building Your Own Compost Bin

Compost Scoop — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 22:48:42 +0000

Are you a do-it-yourself fanatic? Would you rather make something yourself than buy it? Or are you afraid to make anything because you think it might be beyond your experience level? Either way if you have a compost pile that is not contained you should seriously consider getting or building