Backyard Composting
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Backyard composting
By composting leaves (browns) with kitchen scraps (greens), you create a dark, crumbly mixture that can be used to improve the soil and reduce your use of fertilizer and water.
Introduction to composting
How can you get started?
- You can contribute even without a backyard compost – find local drop-off sites based on which county you reside.
- Choosing a composting bin - Cornell Cooperative Extension
For more information, visit https://dnrec.delaware.gov/waste-hazardous/recycling/composting/. To purchase bins: https://delaware.compostersale.com/#shop
Creating and Managing a Compost Pile
Indoor Composting/Vermicomposting
- Indoor Worm Composting - Cornell Cooperative Extension
- Your Guide to Vermicomposting - Cornell Cooperative Extension
How to know when compost is ready for use?
- Testing for Finished Compost - Cornell Cooperative Extension
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