Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... When I cogitate on the methods and outcome of home composting, I often think of the title of the classic compost book, “Let it Rot” by Stu Campbell. The book ...

Every fall, as vibrant leaves blanket the ground, homeowners start their annual raking routine. This year, instead of throwing your leaves away, consider adding them to your compost pile. While it may ...

If you’re wondering how to make compost and why—well, read on for all the dirt. As gardeners can attest, we grow very attached to the stuff. In fact, when I moved to my new house many years ago, I ...

Creating compost -- that amalgam of less-than-pleasant items such as dead leaves and flowers, vegetable and fruit scraps and even manure, which is then aged until it decomposes, creating a wonderfully ...

With so many advantages (less trash, better soil, reduced chemical use), it’s surprising that more people are not taking advantage of composting. Most households already have the ingredients and tools ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Making strides to become more environmentally friendly has become the norm these days. While you may have ...

Dobbies’ Gailey store is hosting its monthly children’s gardening workshop this February, where kids will learn all about the ...

I’ve always thought about creating the Greatest Hits (or Greatest Myths) for gardeners. There are so many things you should and shouldn’t do when gardening and creating compost. Starting a compost ...