Something that can be agreed upon by most gardeners is that compost is generally a good thing. It’s a good source of nutrients, it builds soil structure, and it’s an eco-friendly alternative to recycling organic waste that would otherwise end up in landfills. However, it’s also true that too much compost, especially the one produced …
Composting is only possible when you have organic materials that are biodegradable. This means the materials you decide to put in your compost pile must be capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms to be decayed. Materials that come from plants and animals are examples of organic waste. These are biodegradable and …
Compost and mulch are gardening terms used interchangeably, and that is bound to create some confusion, especially for beginners. For those interested in having a healthy and beautiful garden, knowing the difference between those terms is important because they serve different purposes. Compost and mulch are not the same. Compost is mixed with soil to …
Compostable containers are gaining popularity. This is nothing to be surprised about when we take into account the dangers of single use plastics. Companies like Starbucks (which are notorious for their takeaway coffee) now use compostable containers with no plastic lining. Their cups can either be composted or recycled with single-stream recycling. The same goes …