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What Is Compost and How to Use It

Garden compost is used to describe either homemade garden compost or seed/potting compost:

A compost bin or heap is typically used to create garden compost, which is a soil-improving material formed from decomposed plant waste. It is incorporated into the soil to increase its fertility, structure, and ability to retain water.


A variety of commercially prepared composts, such as seed or potting composts, are available for use in growing seedlings or plants in containers. They are created by combining a wide range of ingredients, including loam, coir, peat, sand, and fertiliser, though you can create your own blend.


What can I put in compost?

  • Grass cuttings

  • Dead leaves

  • Fruit and Vegetable

  • Plain Cardboard

  • Flowers

  • Prunings and dead plants

  • Coffee Grounds

  • Tea Bags

  • Eggshells

  • Newspapers

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