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How to Start a Compost Pile in 3 Easy Steps
Compost piles are useful, eco-friendly, easy to set up and easy to maintain.
April is finally here! That means it’s time to garden. Over the past few years, I’ve jumped from gardening noobie to Martha Stewart status. Is that still an acceptable reference?
Anyway, I understand how first-time gardening can be intimidating, so I’m dedicating time to sharing real-world gardening tips.Here’s how to start a compost pile in 3 easy steps.
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The scoop: A compost pile is an eco-friendly, efficient way to maximize your garden’s potential. And it’s super easy to set-up and maintain.
Step 1: Pick a location, choose how to store it. Choosing a spot for your compost depends on where you live. If you end up putting it in a bin, poke some holes and cut out the bottom.
Step 2: Collect, collect, and collect more waste. Make it a habit to add organic materials to your compost. See below for a full list of compostable (and non-compostable) items.
Step 3: Wait, use, and maintain. After a few months, you will be dripping in black gold! Once your compost is set up, keep adding more materials to maintain it.