Composting is a fantastic way to bring new life to the biodegradable waste you might normally throw out. It's a highly prized hobby for gardeners everywhere, as the resulting soil becomes enriched and full of nutrients. Curious about how to start composting as an apartment dweller? It's simpler than you may realize.
Start by saving food waste. Coffee grounds, banana peels, and avocado peels all make for excellent compost material. Foods like cakes, bread, and pasta, on the other hand, may attract pests, so stick with truly organic material. Many people are hesitant to begin composting because they worry about the potential for waste to get stinky. While garbage does tend to smell bad, composting doesn't come with the same odors. Because the material is all organic, the resulting smells tend to be earthy and neutral. If you're worried about the odors, you can rely on a specially designed composting tumbler or ceramic pail. These seal in odors and prevent your apartment from smelling like your leftover breakfast ingredients. Depending on the size of your compost pail, it may take between a few weeks and a few months for your compost to finish breaking down. Once it's the color and texture of the soil, you'll know it's ready to be added to your garden. Use it in your house plants, a balcony herb garden, or anywhere that might need some extra nutrient-rich soil! -- Scott Safadi, Cal Bay Property Management
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AuthorScott Safadi leverages extensive experience in the real estate industry to serve as the CEO of Cal Bay Property Management (CBPM), which he founded in Palo Alto, California. Archives
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