Thanks, Amber. I've got a hunch #2 will be the most popular method around here...especially with the chicken manure...I want to make sure it won't burn the garden.
How to make compost. That's a big question. It seems like there are 2 theories - #1: The science method where you carefully layer appropriate amounts of brown and green matter in a pile roughly 1 cubic yard in size, then turn the whole thing over ...
I've started to use the two compost piles that have been behind my house for 5 years. Actually, I've piled leaves on them in the past, but never used them to compost kitchen waste. Now I have a few chickens and want to use the manure as compost in...
I am turning the big 50 this year and I’ve challenged myself to take better care of myself and the earth. I am writing a blog about my adventures to keep me on track and hopefully get some helpful advice from other readers. At my age, I’m interested in practical steps that make sense for my lifestyle and budget.