| Most viewed - Composting Programs |
Nutgrass671 viewsIf left unchecked Nutgrass will spread out as a dense mat that is difficult to remove.
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False Garlic665 viewsFalse garlic has little bulbs each of which can break off and create a new plant. The bulbs do not break down in the composting process.
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Stick Can658 viewsSticks and woody material should be placed in the Stick Can. They will be shredded for future use as compost.
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Stable Waste644 viewsThe crew mixes in stable waste with the shredded material then it all gets watered thoroughly. Moisture helps keep the bacteria in the manure alive so they can break down the green waste. Composting needs all three components (green waste, manure and water) to be successful.
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Nutgrass642 viewsNutgrass is a rhizome which puts out runners to create a network of new plants.
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Sifting Screens636 viewsSifting screens for placing on the wheelbarrows are also available.
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Green Waste634 viewsGardeners bring their green waste to the lower composting area.
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Green Waste Trash Bins627 viewsTrash bins for noxious weeds in the lower composting area.
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Farmer's Market Green Waste623 viewsGreen waste from local farmer's markets is also composted.
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Turning the Material623 viewsMaterial being turned from the first Intermediate bay into the second Intermediate bay. This aerates the material to keep the organisms alive that keep the composting breakdown going.
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Sifting Frame622 viewsA sifting frame can be used by gardeners to refine the composted material.
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Ready Sign621 viewsThe Ready sign indicates which of the three bays is ready for use.
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