Compost Bins Generate Garden Nutrients
With the recent emphasis on the importance of recycling, composting has become more and more popular as a way to deal with organic waste items. And, on top of being a good way to recycle, composting also produces a wonderful soil additive that can be used for potting soil and organic garden plantings as well.
Compost bins provide the best way for people to get started in managing and containing the composting process.
Of the different compost bins available, some are known as holding units. These low maintenance bins are a very good option when space for a home composting project is limited, such as those who live in apartments or homeowners who simply don’t have much room.
Holding units do not require turning of the compost pile, but the resulting lack of aeration means the composting process will take longer, usually from six months to two years.
The placement of compost bins in your backyard will depend on both aesthetic considerations and functional needs. It is best to place it in an area with good air circulation and in partial shade if available. It is also helpful to locate it near the garden area and a watering source.
You can screen your compost pile with shrubs or simple fencing and you will want to position it away from your outdoor entertaining spaces.
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