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The promise is simple. A small backyard setup is supposed to transform all sorts of kitchen waste into a nutrient-dense compost, a material so prized by gardeners that they gave it the nickname “black ...

How does climate change affect where and how we live? The energy used to operate buildings results in more than a fourth of global carbon dioxide pollution. And climate change threatens communities ...

Composting is beneficial to gardeners and the environment, but to make the most of it, you need to discover which method best ...

Dear James: We moved into a new house with open space in the backyard, so I want to build a compost bin. What are some inexpensive options that are effective? — Sylvia W. Dear Sylvia: It won’t take ...

Don’t let winter food scraps go to waste. This simple, bin-free composting trick uses the cold to break everything down – leaving you with nutrient-rich soil.

Fall is a perfect time to consider composting. As our days get cooler and shorter, deciduous trees like oaks, maples, and sweetgums will begin to shed their leaves. The swamp chestnut oak in my front ...

The best compost bin is the one you’ll actually use. I tried two popular styles and have a clear favorite.Barrel-style compost bins (left) make tumbling your compost easier, while box-style bins ...