Now that you have your compost pile going and you have a list of what to add and what not to compost, let’s talk about what’s next!

Using your compost, it can take anywhere from 14 days to 12 months to produce your finished compost. The time it takes can vary widely depending on the materials and methods used. The point at which the compost is ready varies based on how the compost will be used. In general, though, compost is ready when dark and crumbly and mostly broken down with a pleasant, earthy, soil-like smell to it. For most uses it is acceptable to have some recognizable pieces of leaves or straw remaining.

Finished compost can be applied to lawns and gardens to help condition the soil and replenish nutrients. Compost, however, should not be used as potting soil for houseplants because of the presence of weed and grass seeds.

Living green is important to our lives, our communities and for our children and grand-children.
Happy Composting,

Reechia & Keith
Plano Real Estate

Composting Part 1

Composting Part 2