A gardener’s timeless tradition of recycling waste products is simply brilliant. Nature teaches us that organic matter breaks down and nothing goes to waste. The best soil enhancement will always be the addition of nature’s compost! The process is relatively easy and cost effective. I maintain two separate piles of compost in a corner of my back yard. I start with one pile and halfway thru the process begin a second pile for rotation purposes. By using some existing organic garden soil and adding the correct ratio of carbon and nitrogen like fallen leaves, spent annuals, untreated grass clippings, egg shells, coffee grounds, and left over vegetables you begin the process of creating “black gold”.
I work in the ingredients and turn the pile often keeping it moist with a spray of water and covering the pile with a tarp to create a warm environment. I do not add citrus and please, do not add animal products as they will attract unwanted pests! You may consider using a plastic compost bin with a turn handle. There are numerous composting methods so do some research and determine what works best for your garden. Cheers
