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Backyard Composting
Backyard Composting
What You Need
Shovel or Hoe
Water
Shade
Green Material: grass, fruit and vegetables,etc.
Brown Material: dead leaves, cardboard, small wood chips
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Identify a Location
Decide if you want an open pile or a bin
Find a convenient location with well-drained soil
Avoid placing the pile against wooden structures because the compost will contribute to wood rot
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Compost Pile or Compost Bin
Do Not Put In Compost
Pet Waste
Meat
Dairy
Grease
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Instructions
Add Material; green and brown material in layers
Add Water; Keep your compost moist but not wet.
Aerate compost; use a shovel or hoe to turn your compost every 2 - 4 weeks
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When the compost is dark and the food scraps are gone, your compost is ready to use! Add it to your lawn, garden and indoor plants!
Compost Ready to Use
Maggots in the Compost
Keep Insects and Animals Out of the Compost
Turn compost at least once per week
Animals are less attracted to brown materials, so keep adding them in!
NO pet waste, meat, dairy, grease or seasonings
Keep compost away from wild animal food sources such as trees with fruit/berries, bird feeders and pet food bowls
Line compost bin/pile with wire mesh
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