There are several effective ways to compost organic waste. Composting is the process of turning organic waste, such as kitchen scraps and yard debris, into nutrient-rich fertilizer. This ...

Homemade compost is a vital ingredient of any sustainable garden, but there is no one-size-fits-all approach to making it. There are several types of composting worth exploring – each with its own ...

Q: My garden area has really poor soil, but I am not sure just how to improve it. The water either puddles on the surface and stays there or it drains right through and the soil dries out quickly. My ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Most gardeners understand the biggest benefits of composting at home: making your own powerful soil amendment that boosts soil ...

Autumn brings cold weather, fallen leaves, and yard work. While raking up leaves consider using them for next year’s vegetables. Is leaf compost good for vegetable gardens? It’s some of the most ...

CORVALLIS – If your compost pile at home isn’t getting hot, don’t worry. That heap of yard debris and kitchen waste may be far from steamy, but it will break down eventually. That eases the burden on ...

This week the world’s gardeners will talk about dirt. Or more specifically, compost. It’s International Compost Awareness Week. To mark the occasion, some local experts offered tips on composting in ...