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Prevention of fire and sustenance of beneficial micro-organisms are reasons why people add water to compost heaps from time to time. Compost heaps must not be in direct sunlight since the composting process requires an internal temperature range from 131 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit (55 to 76.67 degrees Celsius) and will support wildfires during extreme weather and severe heat waves. Mesophilic and thermophilic bacteria need carbon- and nitrogen-rich recyclables to consume, heat to sustain decomposition and moisture to subvert aridification, drought or evaporation.
add water to it by making a little crater at the top of the pile so that the water seeps into the pile and does not run off the sides.
add water to the top of the pile make a little crater on the top to retain the water from running off the sides.
Yes, water is necessary to stimulate the rotting of the plant materials, unless you live in an area that gets plentiful rainfall.
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Should you allow rain into compost bin?
Rain will not hurt a compost pile, unless it floods. In order for a compost pile to decompose and form compost, it is necessary to keep it from drying out. Rain will assist you in this activity.
I need a nice table top compost bin where can you find this?
A table top compost bin does not sound like a very good idea unless the table is located outside. Compost involves the fermentation and decay of organic material and that usually produces some unpleasant odors, although when the bin is outside, the odor of a healthy bin is not objectionable. You may be thinking of a worm compost bin. These can be kept in the kitchen and should not be smelly. You can find these at many Garden centers or online. I got mine from gardensalive.com
Do pill bugs need to be removed from compost before adding to garden?
Not to worry . . . they will leave on their own accord. They hang around the compost bin because it is dark and moist. But when the compost matter is spread around the garden, then tend to leave for darker places.
How does a compost bin work?
the compost turns into monkeys
How do you make the compost pile hot?
Add water to the pile to keep it moist and turn the pile often.
A compost bin will turn organic waste into?
A compost bin will turn organic waste into natural fertilizer.
Why do gardeners add water to the compost heap from time to time?
because compost is pooThe green waste used to make garden compost will not decompose if it is dry so it is advisable to keep the material moist.
What happens to organic matter in compost bin?
Organic matter in a compost bin decomposes as a result of bacteria action.
What it is a compost bin?
A bin that is used when composting manure and vegetation.
What is the orange mold growing in your kitchen compost bin?
If you have orange mold growing in your kitchen compost bin, you need to take your compost out. Mold is hot healthy to have in your house.
What is dead plants or animal matter that can be used in places like compost bin?
No dead animal matter is suitable for a compost bin.
Can a frog live in my compost bin?
Can i live in your compost bin? please... I'll pay rent unlike that good for nothing frog
