If you are going to compost, then buying a compost bin or barrel will make your life a lot easier. Here are four points to bear in mind as you consider options for a compost barrel.
Buy one that:
• is large enough for your purposes
• will keep rats and other vermin out
• has a stout lid that is rain-proof
• is as durable as can be
If you plan to do more than store your compost in a bin and want it to be responsible for breaking down organic matter, then you need a medium to large sized barrel or bin. Small bins or barrels simply are
Archive for September, 2009
Choosing a Compost Bin or Barrel
September 16th, 2009 Patti | GardeningChoosing Materials Suitable for Mulch
September 9th, 2009 Patti | Lawn care
Mulch is just a fancy word for organic matter that provides a covering and protective layer on top of soil. Mulch is designed to give back to your soil by feeding it with essential nutrients. It can help prevent your soil from drying out, as well as stunt the growth of weeds and keep it from being harmed by extreme weather.
Almost any type of organic substance can be used as mulch provided it is not fresh. For example, dead leaves work better than fresh leaves. The best quality compost for mulch needs to be rotted or if not, then well on its way to rotting.
One of the
Almost any type of organic substance can be used as mulch provided it is not fresh. For example, dead leaves work better than fresh leaves. The best quality compost for mulch needs to be rotted or if not, then well on its way to rotting.
One of the
How to Avoid Some of the Most Common Gardening Blunders
September 2nd, 2009 Patti | Gardening
When it comes to gardening, everyone can mess up from time to time. However, the no-nos tend to happen more often to novice green thumbs. Let us tackle some of the most common blunders and find ways to circumvent them!
Faulty Planning or No Planning
Don’t do things willy-nilly, but instead devise a plan for your garden. This will prevent you from buying too many of the wrong plants or planting in a design that you later will not like. As a general guideline, start small and then work up to bigger.
Lesser Quality Tools
Don’t cut corners with your gardening tools by purchasing the cheapest ones you can find.
Faulty Planning or No Planning
Don’t do things willy-nilly, but instead devise a plan for your garden. This will prevent you from buying too many of the wrong plants or planting in a design that you later will not like. As a general guideline, start small and then work up to bigger.
Lesser Quality Tools
Don’t cut corners with your gardening tools by purchasing the cheapest ones you can find.
