Homemade compost, affectionately known as black gold, is a secret weapon of some of the best gardeners. It’s the nutrient-rich material that results from the breakdown of organic materials, like ...

There is no reason to spend a dime on fancy fertilizers when a powerful, plant-loving solution already sits in the backyard.

Lots of experts say compost tea is the secret to a lush, pest-free garden. According to garden maven Martha Stewart, this liquid extracted from your compost pile can also help fruit trees thrive. In ...

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 ...

CORVALLIS – If your compost pile at home isn’t getting hot, don’t worry. That heap of yard debris and kitchen waste may be far from steamy, but it will break down eventually. That eases the burden on ...