bare essentials for composting

pfal6

We don't have a garden so I would want to compost to basically not throw out the food in the trash or in the garbage disposal. Problem is I really don't know where to start. All the talk about worms, etc. just scares me! I just need the bare minimum. Can someone point me in the right direction please?

ChristyDM82

I haven't started mine yet, but am going to soon.  Here's a few links I've come across so far, maybe they'll help!

http://www.gardeners.com/All-About-Composting/5061,default,pg.html

http://www.compostinfo.com/tutorial/CanICompostIt.htm

Emily227

It sounds like worm composting might actually be the best option for you. It is meant for food scraps and not really yard material. And it can be done in a very small space. I think they're pretty self-sustaining, so you get it set up and then just add your food scraps.

CDMay2006

Emily227:

It sounds like worm composting might actually be the best option for you. It is meant for food scraps and not really yard material. And it can be done in a very small space. I think they're pretty self-sustaining, so you get it set up and then just add your food scraps.

 I agree with this.  Another good option is an enclosed bin since you have mostly  compost food scraps, as an open bin with lots of food tends to attract critters.  If you had mostly yardwaste then an open-sided bin would be great (scrap lumber, nails and a shovel/pitchfork are all you really need). 

SuperGreen

Christy_Daisy's_Mom:

I haven't started mine yet, but am going to soon.  Here's a few links I've come across so far, maybe they'll help!

http://www.gardeners.com/All-About-Composting/5061,default,pg.html

 

This is a good website.  Gardener's Supply is a great resource, and I've been very happy with their products.

mainerocks

I'll also add that I've been able to get rid of a lot of compost (after it's broken down) on Freecycle. I have a tiny yard so my bin in the back produces more than I can use. I just put it in buckets and have someone come take it and return the buckets. Gardeners in my area have jumped all over my free dirt. 

pixieprincss

I blogged on this today and linked to my favorite starter websites.