Is it OK to add this to our compost pile? Thanks!
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I'm not sure. Since compost generates its own heat, it may cook the nematodes. I'd do some research if I were you.
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If you use the right composting mix there would be no reason to worry about pests. If you compost as you should there would be no odors that would attract pests. The latching devise secures to totally enclose the unit.
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I have had mine for 2 years and I have only had to drain it once in all that time. As long as your compost is not dry then you are fine, I would not worry about it. I don't like to keep mine so moist that is lets the nats multiply.
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I did, but cut back on other organic "additives". Not counting compost in there, just ANY thing that came out of a container. And of course you always have to watch your NPK.
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It's not whether it can be on patio, it's where you live and the conditions of the patio. You want enough sun to let the compost "cook", finding that location is KEY. I have two and LOVE them. One for this years garden and one in progress as active compost. Too much sun or too little sun not ideal. Mostly sunny is best, again depending where you live, temp, moisture etc. Make sure good balance of mixings and wrks all by itself
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Yes, you put them right in with the grass,vegetable scraps and leaves. They do a wonderful job of making compost.
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Yes but it is too expensive to do that. It is a starter so it has the bacteria in it to foster the growth of good organisms to convert organic matter into compost.
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Sure it can.We lined the box with landscape cloth then added sand, soil, peat moss, and vermiculite. You may need to add compost next year, but the soil will always be good. You may want to consider a yearly soil test also. Important thing is to have fun with your garden-using a raised bed/square foot-type of approach is a great way to do it. Best wishes for fun gardening season.
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Maybe add more nitrogen materials and make sure the pile is watered. A new pile can take quite some time to warm up if you don't have enough nitrogen.. Turn or mix the pile once in a while to add some oxygen... Composting can be a slow process; let it work...
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I live in an area with a lot of wildlife - squirrels, chipmunks, snakes, stray dogs, foxes, even bears, and I've never had them bother the compost pile yet. It might be because I'm careful to not compost any meat, grain or dairy, and maybe because I use a lot of coffee grounds and tea leaves. I also put it in the back of the yard, far away from the house, so it's a less likely target for house pests. If you have an existing problem with rats or mice, you might want to consider a closed compost tumbler. If you get this bin, I'd recommend leaving it open to catch rainfall and for airflow.
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Absolutely! It will compost quicker . If possible leave the fan running .I can leave my boat or travel trailer shut up for months summer or winter , no problems. Thanks, Jim
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Yes Yes Yes! I have composted chicken manure from our chicken coop that I mixed into the potting soil this year and it's working like crazy.
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Keep in mind that composting is really easy - can be as simple as putting a pile of your compostables in a small corner of the yard and leaving them there to decompose if you don't want to do any more work - and is far better for the environment than burning (plus the ash is then pretty worthless to your soil). If you throw your leftover vegetable choppings and some dirt and water on top, your papers will decompose even faster. Compost done correctly should never smell.
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Yes and Yes, but I have found that this is not a bad thing. Beneficial worms can come up from the soil and process your material, this is good. My compost doesn't get hot enough to make the environment bad for the worms. In case you don't know, the casings that the worms produce is very beneficial to your garden. I hope this helps answer your questions.
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I have a 20gallon plastic tote that I use for my composting. I added in a little dirt to start it, added in worms and now add paper and old fruits/veggies as the worms eat it. I have had it going for a year now and it has been great for my plants!
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No it's very big and you wouldn't have enough to compost, it needs allot of grass clippings to really decompose and work. Find one smaller
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I don't know why you would want to do that. If you're trying to improve the nutrients and the microbial content of your soil I would add manure and earth worms - this is assuming you can't add compost. Adding compost of course does all this for you and more.