How to Start Composting With a DIY Bin
How I started and maintain a successful at-home compost system without spending a cent.
I have been wanting to start a compost bin for years, but I wasn’t sure if it was realistic since I have a shared backyard. I was under the impression that I needed a lot of space, and I was scared to try because I knew I would fail at some aspect of it. Finally, after reading the tips offered by successful gardeners on the internet, I decided to just go for it and figure it out along the way. I ended up creating a DIY bin for free, and it is one of the best decisions I have ever made!
What is compost?
Compost is a mixture of food scraps and yard trimmings, among other things, that heat up in the sun and eventually turn into the perfect fertilizer for your garden or house plants. It may sound simple, but there’s actually a science behind it since the chemical composition of the bin is vital to how quickly and safely the scraps break down.
When creating and learning to master the art of compost, it's important to note the most effective combination of gasses that will help your bin thrive.
