Compost is not dirt. Compost is the end result of macroorganisms and microorganisms eating your waste. In the most simplistic of terms, compost is worm, bug, and bacteria feces. You’re welcome for that undesirable knowledge. Compost is the pinnacle of fertilizers and you can make your own for free, or nearly free. Composting is important because it allows organic waste to go back to the Earth rather than sitting in a landfill for all of eternity. I will talk more about what you can compost in another post but you should know that the possibilities are virtually endless. We use the RSI MAZE 2 Stage Compost Tumbler. It boasts a65-gallon capacity and has two compartments, as the name suggests. You can remove the middle panel and make it a single compartment depending on your needs. We ordered it from The Home Depot and we love it. We paid around $175 and it is worth every penny. Based on the speed in which it reduces organic matter into nutrient-rich soil conditioner, I think the worms, bugs, and bacteria love it too.
I've been thinking about one of these guys. Just curious about the odor. Also, what happens in the winter? Does it just turn into a block of ice?
ReplyDeleteThanks for the comment! Great questions. I'm going to answer these questions in an upcoming Dear Betty, so watch for that. Thanks again!
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