Every spring I bought bags of chemical fertilizer, spread them across the beds, and expected bigger harvests. The plants ...

When I built a compost bin in the corner of my backyard, I expected questions about gardening, not complaints from the ...

Manheim Township compost park waives fees after severe storms ...

Most people walk past their lawn trimmings, fallen leaves, and garden debris without a second thought. That pile of waste by ...

Summer is the time for toasting marshmallows in the backyard fire pit. Make starting the fire easier with a food you probably ...

While fruit peels and coffee grounds are commonly understood to be good additions to compost, it might surprise you that this item can be added in, too.

Avocado pits are rich in essential nutrients such as potassium, nitrogen, phosphorus, and magnesium. These nutrients are vital for plant growth and development. When added to compost, avocado pits ...

"The main concern with small mammal waste is more about parasites than anything else." ...

You can compost toilet tubes, loofahs, and cotton balls, but there's another monthly all-natural bathroom product that you may be able to add to the pile, too.

After mowing, most UK gardeners cram grass into the green bin and ignore rough bark by the shed. Yet this forgotten waste ...

You probably already compost organic waste and sawdust, but this material lying around your garage or workbench can be tossed in the compost as well.

Compost can be a practical first step toward creating a yard that is easier to maintain and better for pollinators.