For compost to break down well, you need a mix of carbon-rich browns and nitrogen-rich greens. Fall leaves provide carbon, ...

Many home gardeners start compost piles before winter to reduce waste and prepare for spring prep. Fall cleanup provides a steady supply of leaves, stalks and other carbon-rich materials that become ...

Some gardeners have asked if composting garden, yard and food waste is sustainable or beneficial to the environment since the composting process generates lots of carbon dioxide, the principal ...

Composting involves decomposing organic materials to create nutrient-rich soil. A compost pile needs a balance of green (nitrogen-rich) and brown (carbon-rich) materials. Maintaining proper moisture, ...

Leaves are beginning to fall from deciduous trees, and this will increase over the next few weeks. The question is, “What do we do with all of those leaves?” I’ve been seeing information online ...

Do you have an extra trash can sitting in the garage? This is the perfect opportunity to start composting! Here's how to make ...

Molasses, the indispensable ingredient in gingerbread and so many other baked goods, also has some uses around the home and garden. Not only does the sweet ingredient have a reputation for repelling ...