If you have leaves accumulating on your lawn and in the garden, instead of raking them up into piles and putting them in bags to set on the curb, may we suggest composting them. Leaves are full of ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Are you looking for an easy way to make your garden more sustainable? Look no further than composting! Composting is a simple and eco-friendly way to turn your food scraps and yard ...

Dear Dr. Dirt: The leaves are coming down, and we would like to use them to start a compost pile. What are some simple basics for making compost? — Mike, Indianapolis Dear Reader: First, you need a ...

Question: I am constructing raised beds about 30 inches deep. There are two beds, one 10 feet long and the second 20 feet long. I am interested in finding out what soil composition would be best in ...

Cool composting offers a low-maintenance way to recycle garden waste, but the slower decomposition time can unintentionally spread weeds if not managed properly. There are some major differences when ...

If you're lacking material for your compost pile, peruse your pantry before making your breakfast in the morning. You may ...

If you haven’t started your composting journey, consider this your sign to begin. Turning your kitchen scraps and backyard ...

Q: It seems like there’s always a lot of waste around the holidays with wrapping paper filling a big trash bag. Can I compost wrapping paper? How about tissue paper and ribbon? A: Yes, some wrapping ...

I make compost in a pair of circular, plastic bins. Each stands 3 feet tall with an outside diameter of 3 feet. When one fills up with kitchen garbage and the maple leaves I rake every fall and store ...

Many home gardeners start compost piles before winter to reduce waste and prepare for spring prep. Fall cleanup provides a steady supply of leaves, stalks and other carbon-rich materials that become ...