Composting might seem intimidating, but it’s one of the easiest and most rewarding things you can do for your garden—and the planet. Whether you have a backyard bin or just a bucket under the sink, you can turn food waste into black gold.
Getting started with composting:
Balance your greens and browns: Mix nitrogen-rich greens (like veggie scraps, coffee grounds) with carbon-rich browns (like dry leaves, shredded newspaper).
Keep it moist: Think "wrung-out sponge" level of moisture. Too wet? Add more browns. Too dry? Add more greens.
Turn it weekly: Stirring the pile adds oxygen, which helps break materials down faster.
Be patient: In a few weeks to a few months, you’ll have earthy, nutrient-rich compost ready to enrich your garden.
Stop by Richfield Farms for compost bins, tips, and advice to get your pile started!
