Getting the correct compost for any plant can be a challenge, but it’s particularly crucial if you want to grow hydrangeas of any specific color. You are probably already aware that the kind of soil a hydrangea grows in affects the color of the flowers the hydrangea will produce, so it’s important to get the …
Anyone keen on gardening will know how crucial it is to make sure that your plants have good compost to grow in – and what counts as good compost varies depending on what you’re planting. If you’re planning to grow an acer, it’s important to get the right kind of compost to keep your tree …
Have you ever wondered if you can toss paper towels in the compost, or if they’re going to cause problems once in there? The answer isn’t absolutely straightforward, so it’s no surprise if you’re hesitating with your hand over the compost caddy. After all, they are made of paper, but will they just break down …
Even experienced compost enthusiasts sometimes pause and wonder about the things they are adding to their compost heap. While composting can be extremely simple – just pile up organic material outdoors – it can also be complicated in terms of what you should and shouldn’t add and the consequences of doing so. If you’re thinking …
If you’re wondering about composting toilets, you’re likely to have a lot of questions about them, and while they’re complicated subjects that you can spend hours reading about, we’re going to cover some of the basics. Here are the 12 most asked questions about composting toilets: 1. What Are Composting Toilets And How Do They …
When it comes to the different kinds of compost for the garden, many people start feeling a little out of their depth. Few of us are experts on soil types and what plants need which nutrients, and if you’re starting to look at ericaceous compost, you might have some questions about it. 1. What Is …
Anyone who composts is likely to have run into the problem of dry compost from time to time – and it’s a frustrating one because it means your compost isn’t decomposing quickly, if at all. You get stuck with a pile of dry sticks and twigs and nothing much happens, no matter how long you …
If you are thinking about installing a composting toilet in your home, on your property, or in a moving vehicle such as an RV, you need to know whether there are any legalities that surround such installations in your state – or states you may be traveling into. Some places legislate composting toilets to try …
Have you ever wondered about composting toilets and how cost-effective they are? Of course, prices vary from toilet to toilet, but it is possible to pin down some average costs depending on the sort of toilet that you choose to install. Besides installation, make sure you consider the costs of maintaining a composting toilet over …
Gardeners and farmers often talk about composting, but most people don’t really understand what composting is or why it’s important. You have soil that is naturally heterogeneous for a variety of reasons. It is composed of many different ingredients and they come in different concentrations. Compost is man-made, not natural like soil. Does that mean …