Thanks so much. Moved to a condo and have been thinking about how to continue to compost and this video was just the thing. Bought one bin but I see how 3 makes it workable. Thanks very much and by the way this is a well done video.
We're absolutely thrilled you and many others find this useful. As I explained in the description below the video, I was inspired by my best friend who lives in a high rise condo unit with a tiny balcony that she could only access through a window. Yet she is able to do composting and grows so much edibles out there. All the best to you!
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Hi, thank you. I put mine in the shade only to protect from heavy downpours as water can still get in through the side holes. I dont't think it will matter whether it's in shade or sun, but it might dry out a bit more quickly under the sun. Worms would be fantastic for the compost pile. I think one just needs to ensure air circulation by regularly turning the pile. That also helps unplug the side holes that might be preventing air coming in. I have heard red wrigglers rather than earthworms are what is suited for the compost. I have never added worms because, much to gardeners' surprise, I get a bit icky when there are too many. Even so, somehow, earthworms do find their way in. I suspect they hitch a ride when I throw in some dirt or dead leaves from a patch. I let them be as I know they are helping hasten decomposition. 😀
Yes unfortunately it takes months. A bigger pile will probably take a shorter time to "cook" as that will heat up faster. Vermicomposting might also be faster but that one is just not for me. The shortest way is if we could finally have a food scrap collection in my area 😊
Thank you so much! Glad you liked it. We hope people can try composting too ❤
Good job and beautifull idea thanks you for sharing have a nice day
Thank you, glad you liked it. Have a nice day 😀
Thanks so much. Moved to a condo and have been thinking about how to continue to compost and this video was just the thing. Bought one bin but I see how 3 makes it workable. Thanks very much and by the way this is a well done video.
We're absolutely thrilled you and many others find this useful. As I explained in the description below the video, I was inspired by my best friend who lives in a high rise condo unit with a tiny balcony that she could only access through a window. Yet she is able to do composting and grows so much edibles out there. All the best to you!
Thank you for the compliment on the video too 😍
Absolutely stunning video. Thank you to those who compiled it. The colours are amazing 😮new 👍like & subscriber 51
Thank you so much! Glad you liked it. We hope people can give composting a go ❤
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That's a good reminder, thank you
Thank you for your great advice.
Should you add worms and should you put bins in sun or shade thank you.
Hi, thank you. I put mine in the shade only to protect from heavy downpours as water can still get in through the side holes. I dont't think it will matter whether it's in shade or sun, but it might dry out a bit more quickly under the sun. Worms would be fantastic for the compost pile. I think one just needs to ensure air circulation by regularly turning the pile. That also helps unplug the side holes that might be preventing air coming in. I have heard red wrigglers rather than earthworms are what is suited for the compost. I have never added worms because, much to gardeners' surprise, I get a bit icky when there are too many. Even so, somehow, earthworms do find their way in. I suspect they hitch a ride when I throw in some dirt or dead leaves from a patch. I let them be as I know they are helping hasten decomposition. 😀
Hi, do you mind sharing the results?
Hi, yes I'll trawl through the images and videos taken and see what's available. I'll also make sure to create a video when the latest batch is ready.
Do you add soil? Or just greens, browns, and water?
Hi, yes I sometimes add some used potting mix (where the plant didn't suffer from any disease) as part of the browns.
Do not add grass clippings to be composted, unless you’re 1000% sure that it has not been treated with any kind of chemical fertilizer.
Thank you for highlighting that, really appreciate it.
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Process too long
Yes unfortunately it takes months. A bigger pile will probably take a shorter time to "cook" as that will heat up faster. Vermicomposting might also be faster but that one is just not for me. The shortest way is if we could finally have a food scrap collection in my area 😊