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A Beginner’s Questions about Home Composting

The early stages of anything are usually the most difficult.  I honestly don’t know anything about home composting or how to make compost and I have a bunch of questions that might  be embarrassing to ask, but thanks to the Internet, I can do so anonymously.  Here are a few of the questions for which I will be searching for answers and posting my findings right here on this blog.  Of course, I’ll also be sharing the experiences that I have as a new home composter.

My Questions (in no particular order):

  • Do I have to use worms to make compost? Answer (updated 9/25/09): No, but it looks like a really good option.
  • Is composting gross?
  • Is there a home composter that I can use inside my house that doesn’t smell and take up too much room?
  • What types of things can I put into my composter?
  • Is it better to buy a home composter or to build your own?
  • What types of compost containers are best - compost tumblers, worm bins etc.?
  • What can I do with the compost once I make it?  Can I put it on my lawn?  How do I use it on plants?  What if I have extra?
  • Is there an easy way to compost at home and get your family involved?

I know I have many more questions and will post both questions and the answers I find as I go throught this process.  If you have any help to offer, please feel free to comment.

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