Master Cold-Weather Composting with These Essential Do's and Don'ts!

From: Gardeners Supply - Friday Feb 16,2024 01:09 pm

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Even the most dedicated gardener struggles with composting in the winter. But a few simple tips can keep you going through the frigid months - and avoid unwelcome surprises when things thaw out.

Though the decomposition process slows waaay down, somewhere under all the snow, microorganisms are still hard at work.

Frequent flipping or mixing of the winter compost pile lets heat escape and might expose food scraps to hungry wildlife.

Keep the lid closed or cover with a tarp to keep decomp rates up and excess moisture down.

Pictured: scraps of brown paper waste for compost piles

Overloading your pile with greens during the winter creates a wet, smelly mess come spring. So, keep your ratio balanced!

Read our winter composting article for more tips on keeping your compost cooking even on single-digit days!

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