by Nicola Temple on January 27, 2012
in Composting
An urban compost tumbler can be a great way to make compost for the urban gardener, particularly in areas where local regulations prohibit open compost piles. They are clean, unobtrusive, and sealed so they are relatively pest-resistant (with the exception of insects), and odor-free. However, is a compost tumbler more efficient at producing compost than [...]
by Nicola Temple on October 26, 2011
in Composting
Though many of us do our best to scrape out the experiment happening at the bottom of our travel mug and present it for filling, the reality is, sometimes we find ourselves at the mercy of the disposable cup. However, some commercial vendors are turning to compostable cups as an alternative disposable take-away container, which [...]
Tea connoisseurs know there are good cups of tea out there as well as bad, and that it all starts with the leaf. The same can be said for compost tea. In order to get the full probiotic and fungal benefits of a good compost tea, you need to start with healthy, active compost. So, [...]
Having a compost bin for your home is a wonderful way to reduce waste and provide natural fertilizer for your houseplants and garden. So have you ever thought about building a DIY compost bin? What goes in the bin is obviously the most important aspect of home composting. However, a decent bin can help speed [...]
Organic gardening and composting go hand and hand. With more families making the commitment to create their own organic gardens, thanks to the White House initiatives started by first lady Michelle Obama, the desire to learn more about composting is growing rapidly. The compost barrel is a valuable asset to any gardener and, when properly [...]