Posted in: Gardening
Date: October 15, 2009
Making your own composting bin is really easy. When I first started composting, I got this big, plastic storage container, and I bought myself a pound of red wigglers. It was overkill. The truth is, I didn't need to buy my own worms, because the worms in my own back yard worked just as well. Here is my way of harnessing the natural composting power of the back yard.
These holes should be large enough to let worms in, and small enough to keep your compost from falling out. About 3/8 of an inch should be good.
Put vegetable scraps, egg shells, and dryer lint into your compost bin. You can also put in yard waste like dry leaves, grass clippings, and weeds. Next, put your bin in an inconspicous place in your yard. Avoid locations that get excessive sun.
The only thing left to do is wait. The worms and other composting critters in your back yard will do their work, and with time, you'll be left with rich, dark organic soil that you can use for all your plants.