Think your compost bin should hibernate for the winter? Think again. Leaving it open could turn it into a cozy haven for ...

Gardeners often assume outdoor compost piles stop working in cold weather, but beneficial microbes can continue to break down compost all winter. The problem is that composting takes much longer in ...

Organic homemade compost is an invaluable addition to garden soil, creating a rich, well-textured growing medium teeming with nutrients and beneficial bacteria. Unfortunately, winter can pose a ...

One thing I’ve always wondered is whether the compost pile can perform its duties during the coldest months of the year. I’ve talked to new and seasoned gardeners who feed their compost less in the ...

Many home gardeners start compost piles before winter to reduce waste and prepare for spring prep. Fall cleanup provides a steady supply of leaves, stalks and other carbon-rich materials that become ...

Managing drier materials helps prevent your pile from getting too wet and smelly. It also makes starting your compost less of ...

Learn expert tips on winterizing your garden effectively, covering plant protection, soil care, and tool maintenance for a ...

The city is $3 million closer to rolling out a curbside composting system, now that the Board of Alders has approved a state ...

Here's how to keep composting in winter so you'll have finished compost in spring. beekeepx / Getty Images Gardeners often assume outdoor compost piles stop working in cold weather, but beneficial ...