There is nothing more lovely than seeing Gerbera daisies in bloom. Here are some tips to help yours thrive throughout the hot ...

In winter, when temperatures are below freezing, do not turn your compost. Aerating compost can slow down the composting ...

Think of the microbes that break down organic materials as three different crews: the “A Team,” who are the most efficient workers; the “B Team” who labor much more slowly in the cold; and the “C Team ...

There are two types of composting: hot and cold. It’s best to wrap your head around the two styles before jumping in. Cold composting is a popular choice for beginners looking to passively ...

There are two main types of composting: cold (passive composting) and hot (active composting). Cold composting breaks down organic matter slowly but requires a minimal amount of effort and ...

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 ...

Hot composting produces heat to help decompose materials quickly but needs careful monitoring of proper proportions of materials and moisture. Cold, or passive composting is an easy, no fuss way ...

There are many benefits to making your own compost. Adding the finished product to your flower and veg beds is the most natural way to improve the structure, health and vitality of your soil, which in ...

A few years ago, we had a big problem in Portland, where I live, with organic compost containing herbicide compounds, which killed tender vegetable starts. Even when you have cold compost (rabbits ...