Making your own compost is rewarding and a great way to use up waste. But, it can be tricky to determine when it's time to ...

Regularly check moisture levels by squeezing a handful of compost; it should feel like a damp sponge. Turning your compost ...

Some common nitrogen-rich ingredients that speed up composting include: Maintaining a healthy balance of carbon and nitrogen ...

Compost heaps can be designed to suit gardens of all sizes. You can build your own or choose from a whole range of specially designed bins, available at garden centres and through internet and ...

If you’re an avid gardener, you will be well aware of how beneficial compost can be for your plants. However, BBC presenter and gardening expert Monty Don has cautioned compost-makers to make ...