Composting is an eco-friendly way to recycle organic waste into nutrient-rich soil. Here’s how to start composting at home:
What You Can Compost:
- Greens (Nitrogen-Rich): Fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, grass clippings.
- Browns (Carbon-Rich): Dry leaves, cardboard, shredded newspaper.
What NOT to Compost:
- Meat, dairy, and oily foods (they attract pests).
- Diseased plants or weeds with seeds.
Setting Up Your Compost Bin:
- Choose a sunny spot for your compost bin.
- Layer greens and browns to maintain a balance of carbon and nitrogen.
- Turn the compost pile weekly to aerate it and speed up decomposition.
Composting Tips:
- Keep the pile moist, but not soggy, like a wrung-out sponge.
- Chop larger items into smaller pieces for faster breakdown.
- Finished compost is dark, crumbly, and smells earthy.