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BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast

Tea-Break Tutorials - Making Compost

Aug 22, 2023
Learn about the environmental benefits and practical aspects of composting in this tutorial. Explore how to start home composting with the right equipment and placement tips. Get a comprehensive guide on creating the perfect compost heap with key ingredients, ratios, and harvest timings.
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Quick takeaways

  • Setting up at least two compost bins is essential to maintain proper decomposition and avoid drying out.
  • Maintaining a compost heap involves keeping it moist, ensuring proper air circulation, and avoiding common mistakes like adding only lawn clippings or wrong kitchen waste.

Deep dives

Benefits of Composting

Composting offers several benefits, including enriching the soil, being applicable even in small gardens, and being a cost-effective solution. It enhances the quality of soil and can be done in containers of any size. Moreover, it is a free and natural process.

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