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link to Making Compost Fast: 50+ Items That Decompose Quickly

Making Compost Fast: 50+ Items That Decompose Quickly

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...

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Can You Compost Directly in the Soil? (Do it the RIGHT Way)

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...

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Should Compost Be Tilled in or Mixed With Soil?

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...

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link to Putting Worms in Your Compost: Should You Do It?

Putting Worms in Your Compost: Should You Do It?

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...

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Should You Cover Your Compost Heap in Winter?

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...

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Is Dawn Dish Soap Safe to Compost?

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...

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