Choose a suitable location for your compost bin in your garden, ensuring it has good drainage and is easily accessible for adding materials.
Begin your compost pile with a mix of green (nitrogen-rich) and brown (carbon-rich) materials such as kitchen scraps, yard waste, and shredded paper.
Turn the compost regularly to aerate it and speed up the decomposition process. Keep the pile moist but not soggy to encourage microbial activity.
Troubleshoot Common Problems
If your compost smells bad, it may be too wet or lack enough airflow. Mix in dry materials like leaves or shredded paper to balance moisture levels.
Pests like fruit flies can be attracted to compost bins. Covering the bin with a lid and burying food scraps under the top layer can help deter them.