Composting for a New Generation
eBook - ePub

Composting for a New Generation

Latest Techniques for the Bin and Beyond

  1. 192 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Composting for a New Generation

Latest Techniques for the Bin and Beyond

About this book

Whether you garden on a small city lot or on a large country property, Composting for a New Generation covers everything you need to know to make great compost quickly.

Composting is not just about reducing food and yard waste; it’s also about improving the health of your soiland the productivity of your garden. Compost is full of nutrients and beneficial microbes that help plants thrive, but store-bought compost is expensive and often comes packaged in non-recyclable plastic bags. Instead of running to the store to purchase compost, learn how to make your own rich, earthy compost and watch your garden thrive
 
Composting for a New Generation explains the complex science behind effective and efficient composting in layman’s terms and includes detailed information on tried-and-true composting methods right along with new, innovative techniques. From traditional bin composting (including step-by-step instructions for building your own bin) and vermicomposting, to keyhole gardens and trench composting, you’ll close the cover with all the knowledge needed to be an expert composter today. Plus, you’ll learn how to use all that “home cooked” compost successfully. 

Composting for a New Generation is the most complete book to date on organic composting. 

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Contents
  4. Introduction
  5. 1 The Expected and Unexpected Benefits of Composting
  6. 2 The Science of Composting
  7. 3 Composting Basics
  8. 4 Maintaining Your Compost Bin
  9. 5 In-Vessel Composting Techniques
  10. 6 Integrated Composting
  11. 7 Vermicomposting
  12. 8 Harvesting and Using Your Finished Compost
  13. Acknowledgments
  14. Bibliography and Reference List
  15. Appendix A Which Composting Style Is Right for You?
  16. Appendix B Compost Recipes
  17. Index
  18. About the Author
  19. Copyright