The gardener had kept a compost bin in her backyard for years without issue. It was neatly contained, well maintained, and ...

When compost works well, it helps close a simple loop.

Flickr Most gardeners judge their compost by smell or texture. Color, though, tends to be an afterthought. That’s a missed ...

In the Fargo-Moorhead area, businesses, residents and governments are finding ways to keep food waste out of landfills ...

You probably know to add vegetable scraps and other plant-based items to your compost bin, but if you're due for a pantry ...

"It’s amazing to see how much growth can happen in a short time." ...

A material is typically defined as biodegradable if it is digested “well” by the environment in which it is placed. The more ...

You've probably heard paper towel rolls can be composted, but there are some other popular disposable backyard party items you can chuck onto the pile, too.

When I moved into my home earlier this year, I was presented with a blank canvas of a garden. I stood in my yard and stared out, envisioning what I wanted it to become and decided I couldn't have such ...

Planting an apple tree at home may seem like a challenging idea, but nowadays, gardeners are able to cultivate compact apple trees in pots easily. Thanks to the availability of proper plant varieties ...

Filling the bottom of a large planter with lightweight, low-cost materials is an easy way to use less compost, cut costs, and reduce weight, without compromising on plants. Instead of packing the ...