Image via FlickrBackyard composting is one of the simplest and most practical ways to help yourself, your community, and the environment general. Composting is not a difficult procedure and merely involves collecting household garbage and backyard debris and reusing it in your landscaping after it has been allowed to decompose.
Though it is a relatively simple process, there are some things that you should pay attention to when composting:
- All dried leaves, dead branches and grass clippings are always acceptable in compost.
- Fruits and vegetables that have started to turn and leftovers are excellent.
- Fireplace ash is acceptable if only natural products have been burned.
- Newspapers are generally fine for compost, but do not include glossy or heavily inked inserts.
- Cardboard should be shredded to help the decomposition of the material.
- DO NOT add meat, bones or fish as they will attract scavengers and insects.
- Also avoid adding weeds as you may inadvertently spread the seeds throughout your lawn or garden
These are the basics of composting, which should get you off to a good start. Compost makes excellent fertilizer for newly planted and established trees alike, which can help keep your trees healthy. For more ideas and information about composting and tree health, don't hesitate to contact us at Cartwright Tree Care.