Grow a Building: Composting Tutorial
A complete tutorial on simple composting methods, covering materials, pile construction, and ongoing maintenance.
Program Modules
Introduction to Composting
Overview of composting benefits and simple approach.
Introduction to Composting
WeeklyOverview of composting benefits and simple approach.
“Compost is a gardener's best friend.”
Composting Materials
Understanding green and brown materials, and what to avoid.
Composting Materials
WeeklyUnderstanding green and brown materials, and what to avoid.
“You need some green material that's like green and leafy, that's your nitrogen source.”
Building Your Compost Pile
Step-by-step guide to creating a compost pile with layering and mixing.
Building Your Compost Pile
WeeklyStep-by-step guide to creating a compost pile with layering and mixing.
“You start with layers, you layer your browns then your greens then your browns then your greens.”
Maintaining Your Compost Pile
Tips on turning, watering, and troubleshooting common issues.
Maintaining Your Compost Pile
WeeklyTips on turning, watering, and troubleshooting common issues.
“With grass you really really really need to mix it daily because it breaks down so quickly.”
Daily Compost Check
A quick routine to check and maintain your compost pile. Earn bonus points for a 7-day streak!
Daily Compost Check
DailyA quick routine to check and maintain your compost pile. Earn bonus points for a 7-day streak!
Turn the Compost Pile
Turn the compost pile to aerate and mix materials.
Turn the Compost Pile
DailyTurn the compost pile to aerate and mix materials.
Add Water If Needed
Add water to maintain moisture level.
Add Water If Needed
DailyAdd water to maintain moisture level.
Add Green/Brown Materials
Add more materials to compost pile. Avoid throwing away food scraps - compost them!
Add Green/Brown Materials
DailyAdd more materials to compost pile. Avoid throwing away food scraps - compost them!
What You'll Accomplish
- Understand the benefits of composting.
- Identify appropriate green and brown composting materials.
- Construct a compost pile using layering and mixing techniques.
- Maintain a compost pile through turning, watering, and material additions.
- Troubleshoot common composting problems.
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