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Composting at Home for Beginners: Easy Backyard Composting Guide for Healthier Soil

  • Mid County Farm & Feed Supply 131 South 12th Street Nederland, Texas, 77627 United States (map)

Live Stream Link Here:

https://youtube.com/live/lERGXmwulEc

Want to start composting but aren't sure where to begin? In this free gardening class, we cover everything you need to know about composting at home, from choosing the right materials to building and maintaining a healthy compost pile.

Learn the difference between greens and browns, what you should and shouldn't compost, how to troubleshoot common composting problems, and how to know when your compost is ready to use. Whether you're gardening in Southeast Texas (Zone 9) or anywhere else, compost is one of the best ways to improve soil health, reduce household waste, and grow healthier plants.

In this class you'll learn:

• What compost is and why it matters

• The ideal greens-to-browns ratio

• Materials you should and shouldn't compost

• How to start a compost bin or compost pile

• Common composting mistakes and how to fix them

• How to use finished compost in your garden

If you're looking to build healthier soil naturally, this beginner-friendly composting guide is the perfect place to start.

Handout: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o7DJBc3SWr7vDWt04jt3xO14QLDuHctcPAK2oJlXMjI/edit?usp=sharing

Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13VzGsp45G2u_hXkHBz2eqBBHm1tmniUmfLkT6pdQRYI/edit?usp=sharing

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