A Heap of Treasure; How to Cook Up Great CompostAdrienne Cook
Composting is, at its heart, a natural process. Microorganisms break down organic matter, even without any added starters. So, if patience is your virtue, your compost heap will eventually turn into nutrient-rich soil. However, it's a slow dance with nature. Compost starters step in to quic...
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Before aerating your lawn, mow the lawn on a low setting so that the grass is around 1in/2-3cm high. Using a spring tine rake,scarify the lawnby raking firmly over the grass in different directions to remove the thatch layer, then collect the thatch and place it in a compost heap or...
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This process will take some time to complete, as the worms have to move homes. So, it could take a couple of weeks to get most of them moved to their new home. At this point, the bottom tray will be worm free. You can start harvesting the compost and start all over again by addi...
Stake tall varieties with a sturdy cane to prevent wind rock, especially if growing in an exposed position. After flowering, leave the faded flowerhead intact so the birds can feast on the seeds. Once they have eaten their fill pull out the entire plant and put it on the compost heap, ch...
You’ll also need a saw. Building a Compost Bin with Pallets Start by joining together three pallets to create the back and sides. Stand them up, lean them against each other then screw them together to hold them in place. The two side walls should be flush with the width of the ...
5. Build a Compost Heap Compost heaps will not only encourage wildlife to your garden, but you can also use it to fertilise your plants. Hedgehogs, birds and frogs will come to feed on the smaller animals and insects. Start your compost heap by putting down a layer of carbon materials,...
“Some people are allergic to various moulds. Some of the moulds which exist in compost might be a problem, so turning a compost heap or mulching might be an activity to avoid. “The bottom line is that you need to know what you are allergic to. The best way to manage what you do ...