Many years ago, I used to toss most things in the trash, but once I started composting, I loved watching my kitchen scraps and garden waste turn into nutrient-rich compost. I wasn’t just...
Posts by John Thomas
Ever find yourself peeling carrots or chopping up vegetables and wondering, "Can I just dig a hole in my garden and toss these scraps in?" If so, you're not alone. Kitchen scraps and all...
I love making my own compost since it’s a cheap, easy way to create nutrient-rich soil amendments for my garden. When I first started gardening, though, I wasn’t sure how to add it to my...
Worms play a crucial role in the composting process, transforming organic waste into rich, fertile soil. When I transplant seedlings into my garden or remove old plants, I enjoy seeing little...
A few years back, I left my compost pile as is when winter weather arrived—no cover, no protection, nothing. As things got frigid outside, sleet began to fall, and soon my compost was under a...
Turning yard waste and kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich soil amendments is one of the easiest ways to improve your garden. And sometimes, when my compost pile appears a bit dry, I’ll add water...
