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 ...

Many home gardeners start compost piles before winter to reduce waste and prepare for spring prep. Fall cleanup provides a steady supply of leaves, stalks and other carbon-rich materials that become ...

If you want to reduce waste and grow healthier plants but don’t have a backyard, composting is still possible. You can easily start composting in small spaces like apartments or balconies using simple ...

Q: I want to start composting this spring. I don’t want a pile of compost sitting in my yard, and I don’t want to make a fenced-in wooden structure. I see there are different kinds of composters that ...

If you’ve ever looked at your yard in autumn and wondered what to do with all those leaves, you’re not alone. Fall brings a unique chance to kick off a compost pile that’s both practical and ...

You started your first garden not that long ago, and now you've got pulled weeds and table scraps piling up. The increasing green waste has got you contemplating starting a compost. And it's no wonder ...