Description
Learn easy strategies for composting during the winter months to create nutrient-rich soil while reducing waste.
Ingredients
- Dry leaves or straw (brown materials)
- Vegetable scraps (green materials)
- Yard waste (green materials)
- Water
- Insulation materials (straw bales or old blankets)
Instructions
- Start with a base of dry leaves or straw to promote airflow.
- Add veggie scraps and yard waste on top.
- Stir the pile every few weeks to ensure even decomposition.
- Monitor moisture levels closely, adding water if the pile looks too dry.
- Cover the compost with a tarp or lid during cold snaps to retain heat.
- Incorporate insulation around the compost pile for extra warmth.
Notes
Aim for a ratio of 2:1 browns to greens for optimal decomposition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Gardening
- Method: Layering and maintaining a compost pile
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg