Drill holes around the container for aeration and lift it slightly off the ground to allow drainage—simple tweaks that transform trash into treasure. Cover with a lid or a piece of plywood to keep ...

If you want to help take care of the planet, there are many things you can do on an individual level to be more sustainable. You can use eco-friendly products like Swedish dishcloths, reusable bags ...

Many gardeners want to learn how to make a compost bin, and for good reason. Not only is composting a low-cost way to nourish your plants with the most nutritious soil improver, but it also recycles ...

MINNEAPOLIS--Heidi Heiland of Heidi's Lifestyle Gardens joined us on KARE 11 News @4 to share easy tips for making your own compost to nourish your gardens while reducing your carbon footprint by as ...

Sure, Earth Day is so last week. But just because it’s over for another year doesn’t mean that you can’t find ways to help the environment. One easy way is to set up a composting bin. There are many ...

A well-managed pile reaches 130 to 160°F in the active phase. Hot composting at those temperatures kills most weed seeds and ...