Hot or cold composting might seem like a simple distinction, but the difference is actually more complex than a simple change ...

Watch Josh compares two methods of making compost – hot and cold – and shows how both can turn kitchen scraps and garden waste into food for your soil. Composting is part of Josh’s life ...

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

There are two types of composting: hot, which is fast or aggressive; and cold, which is slow or passive. Hot composting is more labor intensive, providing finished compost in two to three months.

Hot composting is a little more complicated than cold composting, as it requires more attention and maintenance, but the upshot is you get compost more quickly— as fast as a month or so.

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 ...

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 ...

Hot composting is quite simple and requires a minimal amount of daily effort. Getting good compost can take a long time due to regular composting method commonly known as “cold composting”.

Compost methods include mulch, cold composting, hot composting, vermicomposting, and using livestock. Fall mulching protects soil from erosion, especially in absence of a snow blanket, and helps ...