#Composting Methods Compared

The secret to perfect compost? Most heaps fail because they lean too far one way. Too many “greens” (like grass clippings and veg peelings) turn to sludge. Too many “browns” (like straw and cardboard) just sit there doing nothing. This is the the mix that works for me: Equal parts greens + browns Air – turn the heap every few weeks Moisture – like a wrung-out sponge Patience – 6 to 12 months When it smells like woodland and crumbles in your hand, you’ve struck black gold! Do you have any other compost secrets? #PetePlants #RealGardening #CompostingTips

El humus es el resultado de la descomposición natural de materia orgánica y es clave para la fertilidad del suelo #compost #humus #agricultura #suelo #fertilidad

With just a small compost bin, I’ve turned kitchen scraps into organic fertilizer — reducing waste and saving quite a bit when growing veggies at home. #Recycle #CompostBin #SustainableLiving

Here's another of the bioreactor bays filled with the pipes freshly pulled for passive aeration. A little before shot in the middle to show how we situate the pipes that hold open the chimneys for the air flow. Did you know that a well structured compost pile will allow air to penetrate 10-12 inches? These are structured in a way that allows for the whole pile to stay aerobic without the need for further turning which is a game changer and allows for a compost with a greater fungal biomass. This is just a part of our process to produce @biolife_compost #livingcompost #livingsoil #compost #composting #hotcompost #johnsonsubioreactor

We finally have a compost system! We built the entire thing for $0 using free marketplace pallets and a few old star posts we had laying around! We built a 3 bay system with a removable front panel to make it a little easier! We saved all of our autumn leaves from earlier in the year so we were able to get it up and running as soon as we finished building it! NOW come and share all of your compost tips and tricks with us below! #happycomposting #homecompost #palletcompost #homegardening #homemade #organicgarden #veggiepatch #compost #homegrown

I had over a dozen viral Reels this year and most of them were my signature garden hacks 🌱 This little compost trick is one I use all the time. I have three of these small-but-mighty composters tucked into my beds, and I love seeing so many of you trying it too. It’s as simple as an upcycled pasta strainer and a thrifted lid. Add kitchen scraps, let nature do its thing, and you’re feeding your soil right where it’s needed. Work smarter, not harder? Yes, please! I’ve got lots more home and garden hacks coming in 2026, and you won’t want to miss them 💚 🌸Erin

Here is a very simple trick to make your compost bin even more productive🌿 Head to compostmasterclass.com for more composting tips and tricks #composting #hotbed #permaculture #gardeningideas #comfrey

How not to compost, and three things you need to get it right 🤎 As ever, I could talk about composting for daaaays, so just let me know if you have any questions! 🪱 #composting #compost #gardening #gardeningtips #allotment

Is it just me or do you find making compost fun too?

HOW TO TURN A DEAD CHICKEN INTO GARDEN COMPOST #compost #composting #homestead #homesteading #farmstead #gardening #layinghens #composting #composting101 #permaculture #permaculturedesign #gardenideas #compostable

Methane Gas is the big problem in Vermicompost [vermicompost making business big problem business motivation] #vermicompost #organicfarming #business

We were throwing this stuff out, now we’re doing this instead! Trying to waste less, and make use of what we already have. Simple setup, no fancy system. #backyardgarden #composting #homestead #budgetliving #zerowaste