It is widely accepted that composting benefits both the environment and the garden, as a means of reducing waste while contributing to a healthy soil. This practical guide offers a host of composting techniques for the home, allotment and community gardener, as well as indoor and balcony composting for those without access to a garden. It explains the processes behind aerobic composting and anaerobic fermentation, and the conditions necessary to compost effectively without mess or smell.
Coverage includes: Basic composting without any specialist equipment, such as simple layering, trenches or traditional heaps The advantages and disadvantages of different types of compost bins, from entry-level static and tumbling bins for new composters to mid- and higher-range bins for the enthusiast and professional gardeners The differences between hot and cold composting, including the work and timeframes involved Getting started with vermiculture (domestic composting with worms), in- and outdoors Specialised bins and methods for composting cooked food waste, including indoor pre-treatment by Bokashi fermentation The best ways to use compost on the garden Liquid feeds and teas that add nutrients and microbes to the soil Managing common composting problems
