{"product_id":"composting-for-dummies-9780470581612","title":"Composting For Dummies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposting For Dummies\u003c\/strong\u003e by National Gardening Association. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780470581612.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack-to-basics gardening that will benefit the earth and your wallet!\nWant to use ordinary waste to create an extraordinary garden? Composting lets you turn household food waste, yard clippings, and more into free compost and mulch thats chock-full of nutrients. From building and working with traditional compost bins to starting an indoor worm-composting operation, Composting For Dummies makes these often intimidating projects easy, fun, and accessible for anyone!\nDigging into compost basics ― get a handle on the benefits of composting and the tools youll need to get started\nChoosing the best method and location ― find the best composting method and location thats right for you, whether its above ground, in a hole, in a container or bin, or even right in your kitchen\nBuilding your pile ― learn which ingredients can go into your compost pile, what stays out, and how to mix it all up in the right proportions\nStepping beyond traditional composting ― get the lowdown on vermicomposting (letting worms eat your garbage), growing green manures to compost later, and sheet composting in the same spot you plan to plant\nOpen the book and find:\nA step-by-step guide to composting\nThe right gear and tools for the job\nTips on constructing your own composting containers and bins\nMaterials you can safely compost (and those to avoid)\nCover crops to improve your soil now and compost later\nRecommendations for using your finished compost\nWhat worms contribute to your compost\nTroubleshooting advice if your compost pile isnt cooperating\nLearn to:\nTurn household food waste, yard clippings, and more into nutrient-rich compost\nBuild and maintain your own compost bin\nUse worms to aid in composting, both indoors and out\nGive your vegetable and flower gardens a boost of energy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44662065725493,"sku":"ByrdShop_0470581611","price":30.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/ByrdShop_0470581611_81a43bd5-26bd-4efe-9eb4-3c54fad89ddd.jpg?v=1789633929","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/composting-for-dummies-9780470581612","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}