Book Description

This volume gives gardeners all the guidance they need to start making, storing, and using their own compost. It offers information on different types of compost and their ingredients, advice on constructing a compost bin, green manuring, and using a bokashi starter mix for intensive composting. It provides simple schemes for the space-conscious -- such as compost-in-a-bag options and indoor wormeries -- as well as advanced options for enthusiasts and those with large gardens are given. Handy tips for overcoming common problems and plans for a feed-and-forget composting system also are included.