Compost is nature’s gift to our gardens, helping retain moisture and aerate the soil, and it is easy to make and totally free. Compost is one of the greatest bargains for both experienced and novice gardeners.
Compost is the dark, crumbly, partially decomposed form of organic waste material on its way to becoming humus. Compost is an excellent soil conditioner. It is easy to handle and stores for long periods.
By some estimates, organic waste such as grass clippings, leaves and yard waste make up about 30 percent of the materials going to landfills. Composting is an ecologically sensible and environmentally safe way to use this organic waste.
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