Know More: Worm Bin (Vermicomposting)
Compact, odor-free composting for apartments using red wigglers. Learn setup, feeding, and harvesting vermicast in 2–3 months.
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Know More: Bokashi Bucket (Pre-composting)
Ferment all kitchen scraps—including meat and dairy—with a Bokashi bucket. Learn setup, layering, draining liquid, and finishing in soil.
Read MoreKnow More: Choosing Your Compost Bin & Location
Choose the right compost bin—enclosed, tumbler, worm bin, or Bokashi—and place it in a shady, well-drained, and accessible spot for successful composting.
Read MoreKnow More: Gathering Browns and Greens for Composting
Balance browns and greens for healthy compost. Learn what to collect, why balance matters, and tips for layering scraps effectively.
Read MoreKnow More: Building the Base for Your Compost Pile
Start your compost pile right: a 10–15 cm base layer of coarse browns ensures airflow, drainage, and healthy decomposition.
Read MoreKnow More: Layering and Balancing Your Compost
Layer greens thinly and cover with 2–3 parts browns. Learn why balance matters and how chopping scraps speeds composting.
Read MoreKnow More: Moisture and Aeration in Composting
Keep compost moisture like a wrung-out sponge and add oxygen by turning weekly or spinning a tumbler. Learn how to fix piles that are too wet or too dry.
Read MoreKnow More: Maintaining Compost Temperature
Active compost piles should feel warm in the center. Learn why heat matters, how to monitor it, and how to restart a cooling pile.
Read MoreKnow More: Harvesting Finished Compost
Finished compost is dark, crumbly, and earthy-smelling. Learn how to recognize readiness, screen for finer texture, and use it in your garden.
Read MoreKnow More: Keeping a Plant Journal
A plant journal helps you track watering, fertilizing, growth, and health observations so your plants thrive over time.
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