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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Want "Black Gold" Faster? This $10 Natural Compost Additive Cuts Your Composting Time in Half ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Speed up your composting process with a little help from friendly microbes. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pcfNQUMSozQNduXSo43gMU-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Skip the Messy Compost Pile: This Cheap DIY System Is So Easy and Looks Way Better ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ You don't need power tools or a massive budget to make great soil. Here is how to create a tidy, low-effort compost system this spring. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:06:27 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Composting Basics]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Allie Kerkhoff ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WXHn3fqLNU4Lz2okPQ4sbQ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Don't Use Eggshells in the Garden Unless You Add This Simple Ingredient First – It Helps Plants Access Calcium ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Are you using eggshells in garden soil the right way? There’s a simple ingredient you need to add first to unlock the goodness. This five-minute secret turns kitchen scraps into gold ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Compost Ingredients]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RLDYvQKMtzwUXDVwtPUfuh-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Where to Find Free Compost: 4 Unlikely Places to Get Black Gold for Your Garden This Spring  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Give your garden an instant boost with a batch of black gold! Here are 4 places to get free compost this spring that will help your plants thrive all season. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Composting]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cXNge3XYNxLHKc5oNSXo2Z-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Make a Cheap In-Ground Worm Composter in Time for Spring – Just Add Worms! ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A lush spring garden starts with this easy (and budget-friendly) weekend project. Here’s how to make a worm composting tower using unwanted scraps and a handful of worms ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WzcRNHBs7yJipx2CqwNZ85-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Worm Composting Kit Will Make Your Kitchen Waste Disappear – And Your Garden Soil Come Alive ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Composting kitchen waste has never been easier than with this kit. Turn your scraps into rich compost without lifting a finger. Let the worms do the work! ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DjE7ASwbfUfhrcTHnPEcaC-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ No Compost Bin? Try This Easy Winter Hack That Turns Food Scraps Into Garden Gold in Time for Spring ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/winter-trench-composting-hack</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Don’t let winter food scraps go to waste. This simple, bin-free composting trick uses the cold to break everything down – leaving you with nutrient-rich soil. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:06:28 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Composting]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8sLSsaQumUDL3ZT3isW2BC-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Leaf Mold vs. Composting – Where Should You Leave the Leaves? ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/leaf-mold-vs-compost</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Stop bagging up leaves! They make great compost. Or, for a long-term soil conditioner, try making leaf mold. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Composting Basics]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Fb2s4eAiZG2ZqYhXe4iG3e-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Is Sourdough Starter the Secret to Supercharging Your Compost Pile? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sourdough starter, a common baking byproduct, often goes unused and builds up. Yet that thick mixture could transform into a surprising ally for your compost. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Compost Ingredients]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/637484RbjukQT9gD2gzj2H-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Don't Toss Your Boba Straws! This Clever Compost Hack is Perfect for Lazy Gardeners Looking for Better Black Gold ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Compost acupuncture is the latest viral gardening hack doing the rounds, but how does it actually work? ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 18:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 18:44:03 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ kayleigh.dray@futurenet.com (Kayleigh Dray) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kayleigh Dray ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pDWSACXxpLjMwqhVAMwFVi-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 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 ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 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 ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 12:06:43 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Janey Goulding ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ixppKxpay3FHKGC3urnZ33-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 7 Plants That Like Coffee Grounds: Perk Up These Key Plants & Shrubs With A Cup Of Joe – Plus, Why They Enjoy The Caffeine Boost ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 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 ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Janey Goulding ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/m2hcU97Q2wY9BV7mtM2dz5-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 12 Compost Bin Ideas: Perfect Solutions For Every Space & Budget ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 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. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oZyEV9ZT3VYPPQMsHhxkmV-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Is A Melon Pit? The Gardening Hack That Will Optimize Your Space And Boost Your Produce ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 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! ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:09:59 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Trends]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cnCWmBaq5ykfSSSStu5Em7-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ DIY Anti-Bug Compost Spray Recipes: Natural Solutions To Keep Pests Out Of Your Bin ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Tired of finding pests in your compost? Try these simple, natural spray solutions to keep bugs at bay without hurting beneficial insects or microbes. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ugPJ6TMn7dPGhSwmu9RFdX-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 10 Common Composting Problems That Can Spoil Your Garden Gold – Plus Easy Fixes ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Learn how to troubleshoot common composting issues before they ruin your stash – from bad smells and bugs to materials not breaking down as they should. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:34:53 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Susan Albert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uWkwjFspB3XE3o5LUnm9tB-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 4 Superfast Composting Methods: Turn Waste Into Garden Gold In 30 Days Or Less ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/fastest-composting-methods</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Try the fastest composting methods to turbocharge your pile and transform kitchen scraps and garden waste into finished compost in just a few weeks. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:28:47 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dHHXnvM6Ze3QuJtkYiYeSn-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Never Use Homemade Compost Until It Passes This Simple Radish Test ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 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. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:30:41 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:34:12 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LiENk9779dL7UwktXVhNyK-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Different Types Of Composting Explained: Find The Best Method For Your Lifestyle & Budget ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 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. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 12:36:26 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:37:46 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Melanie Griffiths ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Bwoyi5CMyV2EZvuYxD87p3-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How To Make A Compost Bin On A Budget: 7 Easy DIY Projects For Beginners ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/how-to-make-a-compost-bin</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Transforming kitchen scraps and garden waste into organic homemade compost couldn't be easier with these clever DIY solutions that cost almost nothing. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:47:56 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:36:10 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Amy Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tdR6sz3KLnGWe9BXHB3od6-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Hot Composting Guide: The Faster Way To Make Rich, Organic Compost At Home ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Turn kitchen scraps and garden waste into wonderfully rich compost in just a few weeks by learning the art of hot composting. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:21:20 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vi6VHg7QaJwMPmUKThLmQk-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Vermicomposting Guide: How To Make Amazing Organic Compost With Worms ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/vermicomposting/vermicomposting-guide</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Harnessing the power of worms is the secret to creating the most nutritious compost imaginable. Try vermicomposting to turn food waste into garden gold. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:33:01 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kiGsiqH2GtdPfnW7Wh6bUL-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Composting Paper: A Complete Guide To Transforming Different Types Into Garden Gold ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 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. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:47:12 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:34:19 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Amy Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZyqzKb7kFTkkDt4E7rS7sG-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Winter Composting Shortcuts: 5 Easy Ways To Fill Garden Beds And Pots In Time For Spring ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 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. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Melanie Griffiths ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ja3WKvqe5Yb5oyXUJP3WrX-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How To Buy The Best Electric Composter: Read This Before Spending $100s On A Countertop Food Recycler ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Electric composters and countertop food recyclers offer a super-fast solution to tackling food waste –and can help create nutrient-rich compost. Choose the best model for your needs with our expert guide. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Melanie Griffiths ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tvcva7qixsW7eh5BvZPy9F-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Discover how electric composters work, their benefits and limitations –and whether they're worth the investment as a sustainable easy win. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Melanie Griffiths ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7PzjcAYLWWX8NBMzsmaEYZ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 8 Ways To Speed Up Composting: Easy Solutions For An Organic Garden ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Homemade compost is a mainstay of organic gardening, but it can take a year or more to develop. Learn how to accelerate composting, without sacrificing quality. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ info@gardeningknowhow.com (Bonnie L. Grant) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Bonnie L. Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cVudeUvCKQTN4AL6CzRvJe-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Urban composting does not have to be daunting. You can compost in the city, and maybe even try some urban worm composting! ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZdLKpRZ6icHF7UnzRNEooS-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 12 Composting Mistakes That Will Ruin Your Stash – And How To Fix Them ]]></title>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Melanie Griffiths ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XzxkFGRbdVSbYauhEiqgp-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What To Do With Eggshells Before Composting Them ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ What To Do With Eggshells Before Composting Them ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GtXF9jQ2nGc7TgttAkZuk3-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Is Mushroom Compost Good For All Plants? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Mushroom compost is great for some plants, but some dislike it. Learn which plants would rather not get a dose of mushroom compost. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Amy Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eChUHfGe4kCQ53F2A4sY9J-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How To Reduce Food Waste In Landfills By Composting ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Click here to learn how to reduce food waste in landfills by composting as well as info on what happens to food in landfills. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Amy Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gt7zBnzXtzZV546a4Grvte-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ In-Garden Composting Techniques And Tips ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Click here to learn how to compost directly in the garden as well as some in-garden compost techniques. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Bonnie L. Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ry7XuRfGHnRj87uV8j7nDB-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How To Use Fresh Chicken Manure In The Garden ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Click here to learn about how and when to safely use fresh chicken manure as fertilizer in the garden. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:01:12 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Laura Miller ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/M7A2HzaJxKEB4xVXQtiPbK-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Worm Farming Guide For Indoor Gardeners ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Using kitchen scraps to feed an indoor worm farm is a win-win. Click here to learn how to create and maintain one. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Bonnie L. Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8nFD64FQgVzvbWDdCys35J-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Compost Spreading Tools For Farmers And Gardeners ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/compost-spreading-tools.htm</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Small garden or farm field, you’ll probably want to use a spreader at some point to distribute compost. Read about different kinds of equipment before you buy. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Susan Albert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/USyLXUSMbKfa5iUYRCASFf-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ When And How To Harvest Compost ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ How do you harvest compost? Click the following to find out. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:03:24 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ezNVCpxRpdjnRZtKx6nwSf-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How To Add Compost To Established Garden Beds ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Adding compost is a key component to healthy soil for vegetables, flowers, fruits and lawns. Learn how and when to add it to your soil. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Bonnie L. Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/V6d6pkXKGHaz5bRtLeUCcM-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What To Do With Compostable Containers ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ One of the largest pollutants of our planet is plastic. Click here to learn what to do with compostable packaging. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Amy Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oBytYp8yAkYRiEQTqxnjBJ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How To Compost In A 5 Gallon Bucket ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Is it possible to make compost in a bucket? Click here to learn about making compost in a space as small as a five gallon bucket. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Laura Miller ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XAwtpFAxEydLGEmBUCaCfa-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Worm Tower Composting In The Garden ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Use a tower of worms to convert organic waste into amazing rich humus. Read on to see if a worm farm in a compost tower is just what you need in the garden. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Amy Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SiNAq7SqpdMguRE5atDe63-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How To Make Compost In-Ground ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Do you feel guilty throwing kitchen scraps in the trash? There’s a way to compost without big piles – burying it! Click to learn more. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Laura Miller ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YSikLprg8QCkeCUqVykSuc-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Compost Bag DIY - Can You Make Compost In A Bag ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Although you can find reusable composting sacks made from sturdy material, you can save a few bucks by making a bag of compost in a sturdy garbage bag. Read on for a basic compost bag DIY. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary H. Dyer ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yrMWiej96UQm3VYWmLahWj-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Can you compost yard waste? Yes, you can compost yard waste together with kitchen waste as long as you look out for weeds and maintain a proper balance. If you are ready to use yard waste as compost, read on. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MUZm9QamsAf4ma3Lrfa6oE-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Add As You Go Composting - What Is Passive Composting ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ What is passive composting? It is add as you go composting, and the process is as it sounds. Read on to learn more. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Bonnie L. Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mzbr4A4HW8B83kEnjTjBmL-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Can You Compost Wood Chips - Tips For Composting Wood Chips ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Are wood chips good for compost? The answer is a definite maybe. Read on to learn most about composting wood chips. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary H. Dyer ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bfuEjiKdNM6EVXJcY558T6-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Kitchen scraps are always a winner, but you may wonder, "can I compost straw?" Read on to learn about adding straw to your compost pile. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Bonnie L. Grant ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a6W4ikTqmA6bdjQyjxQ34T-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Can I Compost My Weeds - Putting Weeds In The Compost Bin ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Can I compost my weeds? This is a typical question for beginner composters. The question is important because when adding compost to your garden beds you run the risk of introducing unwanted plants. The secret is to ensure that no viable weed seeds or roots survive the process. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oi6VTbWwpdCPgaB6L8vAvS-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Balcony Composting Info – Can You Compost On A Balcony ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Composting is a great way to reuse kitchen scraps. But can you compost on a balcony? The answer is yes, click here to learn how. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Laura Miller ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tUumdmNyaBsoa9Y5aDZNqG-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Vermicompost Worm Amount: How Many Composting Worms Do I Need ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Vermicomposting is quite simple, still many gardeners wonder, ‘How many composting worms do I need?” This article can help with that. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tonya Barnett ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/74RZsjVdXdJnDfS8hXVT5A-1280-80.jpg">
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