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Making compost with Philippa Forrester

MAKING COMPOST

Making compost with Philippa
Composting is easy - a step by step guide
Getting the right mix
Making the perfect leafmould
Can I compost it?

Problems with your compost?

Our compost looks like it has all turned to mush. What can we do?

Most likely, all the fruit and vegetable peelings that have been added to you bin have not been p... read on
I have had my compost bin for 6 months. However, since having the bin I have never turned the matter inside. Is this essential?

Whilst turning compost can accelerate the process of degradation it is by no means essential. The... read on
I have been using a compost bin for 15 months and have added a good balance of 'greens' and 'browns'. After checking, everything looked in its original state. Why is this and what can I do?

It may be worth exploring the contents of the bin a little further. As the composting action tend... read on