Choose a suitable location for your compost bin. Start with a mix of brown and green materials. Add water to keep it moist. Turn the pile regularly to aerate.
Layer kitchen scraps, yard waste, and shredded paper. Avoid meat, dairy, and oily foods. Cover the pile to retain moisture and heat. Monitor temperature and moisture levels.
Maintain a balance of carbon-rich and nitrogen-rich materials. Use a pitchfork or compost aerator to turn the pile. Aerate every 1-2 weeks to prevent odors and promote decomposition.
Troubleshoot common issues like foul odors or slow decomposition. Adjust the mix of materials if needed. Consider adding worms to speed up the process and improve aeration.
Harvest finished compost when it's dark, crumbly, and earthy-smelling. Use it to enrich your garden soil. Start a new pile with fresh materials. Continue the cycle for sustainable gardening.
Explore different composting methods like vermicomposting or hot composting. Experiment with different ratios of materials. Share your composting journey with others. Happy composting!