Composting Blog

Pros and Cons of Pre-Packaged Compost Starters

Pros and Cons of Pre-Packaged Compost Starters

Stepping into the twilight zone of compost starters begs the question: to DIY or not to DIY? That's the gardening dilemma of the century, splitting paths between the ease of grabbing a pre-packaged miracle worker off the garden center shelf and the satisfaction of...

The Science Behind Composting: How Microorganisms Work

The Science Behind Composting: How Microorganisms Work

Home composting is akin to orchestrating a symphony of decomposition right in your backyard, where microorganisms reign supreme as the maestros of this transformative process. How does composting work, you ask? As you peer into the depths of your compost bin, you're...

How to Choose the Right Compost Starter for Your Garden

How to Choose the Right Compost Starter for Your Garden

Home composting is like unlocking a treasure chest for your greenhouse, lawn and garden. Except it isn't so much a chest as it is a compost bin. And, in the world of composting, one of the best ways to unlock that treasure is with the use of a compost starter. Whether...