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There are many types of compost bins. Some are as simple as a wire cylinder. Others can be purchased and easily assembled at home. All do the job of decomposing organic material. The purpose of a compost bin is to keep the compostable materials contained so that the wind doesn't blow them away and to speed up the process of decomposition. A pile contains the heat and moisture necessary for the microorganisms that decompose the material. This enhances the composting process. 
Well designed garden compost bins can save a lot of work and make compost consistant. Composting is a key component to any green garden .
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Garden composting is a technique used to accelerate the natural decay process. The technique converts organic wastes to a mulch which is used to fertilize and condition soil. Leaf waste decomposes naturally in about two years. Garden composting can take as long as a year or as little as 14 days, depending upon the amount of human control. |
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Compost is ready to be used when it looks dark and crumbly and none of the starting ingredients are visible. One way to test if your compost is finished is to seal a small sample in a plastic bag for 24 to 48 hours. If no strong odors are released when you open the bag, the compost is done.
Compost can be applied directly around the base of trees and shrubs to serve as a mulch. It also can be worked into the top six to eight inches of the soil to provide increased water retention and valuable nutrients. |
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