Homemade compost, affectionately known as black gold, is a secret weapon of some of the best gardeners. It’s the nutrient-rich material that results from the breakdown of organic materials, like ...

SAN ANTONIO – The soil you use in your garden is important because it adds nutrients to your plants. You can save money and help out the environment at the same time by making your own compost soil.

Stacks of old bricks against an outdoor plastered wall. - Fotandy/Getty Images Composting is one of the best things you can do for your garden, as well as the planet. Not only does it reduce waste, it ...

If you've been thinking about composting but are worried it might be too complicated or expensive, you're in the right place. Making your own DIY compost doesn't have to be a big, costly project. In ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Which is best for my garden soil: compost tumblers or compost bins? Composting to feed your garden is a great way to turn waste into gardening gold, but should you opt for a tumbler or a bin? The ...

It’s tempting to think of composting as building a holder, throwing in food and coming back a few weeks later to something you can toss in your garden, but the reality requires much more time, space ...

Leftover wine corks piling up? Turn them into DIY cork mulch that cuts watering, protects roots and saves money in small UK gardens.