Fresh, crumbly soil that smells like a forest floor does not require a trip to the garden center or a pricey delivery fee.

Incorporate compost into new beds before planting, mix it into containers, scatter it over the lawn or use it in place of ...

Using a compost starter can speed up the process.

One of the most commonly asked questions in gardening is ‘what’s the difference between mulch and compost?’ Both are usually brown and soil-like, both help nurture plant growth – so how come they are ...

If you’re looking to reduce waste and create nutrient-rich soil for your garden, composting at home is a simple and effective way to do it. Composting is the natural process of breaking down organic ...

Fall is a perfect time to consider composting. As our days get cooler and shorter, deciduous trees like oaks, maples, and sweetgums will begin to shed their leaves. The swamp chestnut oak in my front ...

In the lush landscapes of tropical agriculture, two waste products—oyster shells from the sea and coconut shells from the trees—are being combined to solve a major headache for farmers: how to turn ...

Lots of experts say compost tea is the secret to a lush, pest-free garden. According to garden maven Martha Stewart, this liquid extracted from your compost pile can also help fruit trees thrive. In ...

CORVALLIS – If your compost pile at home isn’t getting hot, don’t worry. That heap of yard debris and kitchen waste may be far from steamy, but it will break down eventually. That eases the burden on ...

For 25 years now, Resource Renew has taken the community's food scraps for compost. And they're encouraging more of it.

Lately, my gardening focus has shifted from the plants in my garden to its soil and subterranean inhabitants. Our soil is ...