"The whole process works best when you focus on the balancing act of composting the optimum ratio of browns to greens and proper moisture and aeration." The recommended ratio is 30 parts carbon to ...

Compost, the dark, crumbly, earthy-smelling material produced by natural decomposers, provides many benefits to gardeners and ...

Compost, the dark, crumbly, earthy-smelling material produced by natural decomposers, provides many benefits to gardeners and non-gardeners alike. Converting garden waste, kitchen scraps and various p ...

Although, there’s a simple rule of thumb to remember: compost thrives on a balance of “greens” and “browns.” Greens include moist, nitrogen-rich materials like food scraps and fresh ...