How do I establish a small compost bin on a townhouse patio?
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How do I establish a small compost bin on a townhouse patio?
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Sharon
on Sep 18, 2017
They have small ones, the tumbler is nice... http://www.homedepot.com/s/compost%2520bin?NCNI-5 -
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17335038
on Sep 18, 2017
Were you thinking that you would keep the small compost bin on the patio only temporarily, and then every so often take the contents and mix them into a garden with real soil?If not, then the compost bin contents on their own would not be very useful.Also keep in mind that it might give off an unpleasant smell and attract flies, which might not be desirable for your patio. -
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B. Enne
on Sep 18, 2017
http://www.balconycontainergardening.com/gardening/466-composting-methodshttp://www.goveganic.net/article201.htmlIf you don't find a solution this works.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/vermicomposting/vermiculture-under-sinks.htm -
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Pjo26908388
on Sep 19, 2017
There are small tiered worm bins. They are great in a small space. The area in which you put food scraps attracts the worms and they do not smell- okay maybe a wee but.This type of system has a tap at the bottom where you drain off the compost tea. Amazing for your garden it balcony plants. -
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Ginny
on Sep 19, 2017
Have you thought of using one of those blue storage bins made by Rubbermaid or Sterlite? Cost is minimal.
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Laura
on Sep 20, 2017
Gardener's Supply ( gardeners.com) has countertop composters that have filters to control odors...I've used one for years and it's very effective!http://www.gardeners.com/buy/odor-free-compost-pail/30-708.html
Sharon
on Sep 18, 2017
17335038
on Sep 18, 2017
B. Enne
on Sep 18, 2017
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