Michelle Balz Composting for a New Generation

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Whether you garden on a small city lot or on a large country property,Composting for a New Generationcovers everything you need to know to make great compost quickly. Composting is not just about reducing food and yard waste; it's also about improving the health of your soiland the productivity of your garden. Compost is full of nutrients and beneficial microbes that help plants thrive, but store-bought compost is expensive and often comes packaged in non-recyclable plastic bags. Instead of running to the store to purchase compost, learn how to make your own rich, earthy compost and watch your garden thrive.Composting for a New Generationexplains the complex science behind effective and efficient composting in layman's terms andincludes detailed information on tried-and-true composting methods right along withnew, innovative techniques. Fromtraditional bin composting (including step-by-step instructions forbuilding your own bin) andvermicomposting,tokeyhole gardens and trench composting, you'll close the coverwith all the knowledge needed to be an expert composter today. Plus, you'll learn how to use all that ';home cooked' compost successfully.Composting for a New Generation is the most complete book to dateon organic composting.