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05-23-2008 07:10 AM |
Starting your own compost
This looks like a good overview of starting and managing your own compost. :applause_
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The term "black gold" doesn't just refer to oil. In fact, among those looking to reduce their consumption of petrol products, the term has an entirely different connotation.
In organic circles, black gold generally refers to compost, a dark, soil-like mixture of decaying organic material that's perfect for giving your garden a nutrient-rich pick me up. Think of compost as a plant's equivalent to a shot of espresso. So what is this black gold, and where do you get it? The good news is that you probably already have it -- you're just throwing it all away.
Don't worry, it's easy to correct that oversight and set off down the path to composting Nirvana. The great thing about making your own compost is that it's free. All you need to do is take all the organic waste that's currently choking your kitchen trash can and put it somewhere else.
If that sounds less than appealing, don't worry, we'll show you how to get your own composting system going without turning your backyard into a dump.
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