Composting
Composting is the way to turn your kitchen and garden scraps into pure gold for your garden. The payoff is huge, but it does take some know how to get it right. We've got vermicomposting, compost use and maintenance, manure composting, and what you can and can't add to your compost pile.
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Are You Using Eggshells in the Wrong Way? 3 Big Mistakes That Can Harm Your Plants, Plus 1 Way You Can Always Use Shells Safely
We all love a good hack, and you’ve probably heard eggshells are good for plants, but are you using them properly? Here are 3 mistakes to avoid when using eggshells for plants
By Janey Goulding
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Why Does My Compost Smell Bad? Common Causes and Easy Fixes
A well-balanced compost pile should not smell bad, so if it stinks, then something has gone wrong. Find out why it's happening and how to remedy the situation.
By Tyler Schuster
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Compost Greens And Browns: Get The Ideal Materials Mix For Making Garden Gold
Managing your compost's greens and browns takes some work and forethought, but it will yield amazing results. A good compost can make all the difference.
By Amy Grant
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7 Plants That Like Coffee Grounds: Perk Up These Key Plants & Shrubs With A Cup Of Joe – Plus, Why They Enjoy The Caffeine Boost
You’re not the only one who can benefit from a shot of caffeine! Meet the 7 plants that like coffee grounds and find out why (and how) they can benefit from the added caffeine boost
By Janey Goulding
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12 Compost Bin Ideas: Perfect Solutions For Every Space & Budget
You don't need much to start making your own garden gold – discover easy, affordable bin options as well as solutions to take home composting to the next level.
By Teo Spengler
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What Is A Melon Pit? The Gardening Hack That Will Optimize Your Space And Boost Your Produce
Melon pits are a great way to get the most out of your garden and are quick to make. Follow some simple steps and you will reaping the rewards in no time!
By Kathleen Walters
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What Can Be Composted? – And What You Should Never Put In A Compost Pile
Knowing what can be added to the compost pile makes all the difference between producing garden gold and a soggy, smelly mess. Learn how to get it right every time.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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DIY Anti-Bug Compost Spray Recipes: Natural Solutions To Keep Pests Out Of Your Bin
Tired of finding pests in your compost? Try these simple, natural spray solutions to keep bugs at bay without hurting beneficial insects or microbes.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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4 Superfast Composting Methods: Turn Waste Into Garden Gold In 30 Days Or Less
Try the fastest composting methods to turbocharge your pile and transform kitchen scraps and garden waste into finished compost in just a few weeks.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Never Use Homemade Compost Until It Passes This Simple Radish Test
The radish test is a foolproof trick for knowing whether your homemade compost is ready for planting – or if it could harm the health of your plants.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Different Types Of Composting Explained: Find The Best Method For Your Lifestyle & Budget
With so many ways to make compost, you're guaranteed to find a method that suits your needs. Discover the best ways to make organic black gold for your garden.
By Melanie Griffiths
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How To Make A Compost Bin On A Budget: 7 Easy DIY Projects For Beginners
Transforming kitchen scraps and garden waste into organic homemade compost couldn't be easier with these clever DIY solutions that cost almost nothing.
By Amy Grant
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Hot Composting Guide: The Faster Way To Make Rich, Organic Compost At Home
Turn kitchen scraps and garden waste into wonderfully rich compost in just a few weeks by learning the art of hot composting.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Are Tea Bags Good For Plants? Tips For Composting Tea Bags
Tea bags and plants -- a good way to fertilize if the bags are made from natural fibers and if the plants like a little acid in their soil.
By Amy Grant
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Vermicomposting Guide: How To Make Amazing Organic Compost With Worms
Harnessing the power of worms is the secret to creating the most nutritious compost imaginable. Try vermicomposting to turn food waste into garden gold.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Composting Paper: A Complete Guide To Transforming Different Types Into Garden Gold
Reduce waste and learn the secrets of composting paper at home with our guide to demystifying which types can enrich your garden – and which to avoid.
By Amy Grant
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Winter Composting Shortcuts: 5 Easy Ways To Fill Garden Beds And Pots In Time For Spring
Don't stop composting over winter. Supercharge your pile with these quick, clever techniques that will get beds and pots ready to plant come springtime.
By Melanie Griffiths