Be environmentally savvy this summer with a composting plan for all those lawn clippings and picnic leftovers.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, yard trimmings and food create 23% of the waste in municipal systems. Composting meets two goals: It creates the rich soil gardeners dream about and it spares landfill space.
Basically, composting involves mixing garden soil with organic waste from the yard and kitchen in a nitrogen-rich environment that encourages fast decomposition. Micro-organisms like bacteria (don't worry, they're healthy) move into the compost mix and recycle it naturally into a valuable organic fertilizer.
It's simple and rewarding when done correctly. Here are guidelines.
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