Thoughts on Composting
For all but the first few years that I have lived in my house, I have had a composting bin in the back yard. Some years, it's done better than others, usually based on how careful I am to balance the mix of brown and green materials properly. Just for a reminder for myself and my readers, here's a breakdown of materials:
Green/Wet:
- Veggie and fruit scraps
- Tea - bags and loose
- Grass clippings (fresh)
- Weeds
- Egg shells
- Table scraps - no meat, dairy or bones
Brown/Dry:
- Dried leaves or grass
- Wood Shavings and sawdust
- Coffee grounds and filters
- Twigs
- Pine Needles
- Wood ash (cold only)
- Nut and shells
- Shredded paper
- Hay
- Dryer lint and fabric scraps