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They are used to compost organic scraps. That way you would not waste money on manmade fertilizer from the stores. They make the Soil much richer for growing fruits and vegetables and excellent garnish herbs such as parsley and basil.

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Composting bins are typically used in gardening applications where having a visible pile of decaying material would be less than desirable. Compost is typically used as a fertilizer to enhance crop growth and production.

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Composting bins are used to quicken the decomposition of organic materials such as food scraps, paper, and even hair into nutrient rich soil. There are certain things you want to avoid putting in a compost bin, such as plastics, oils and greasy items, but many things can be added to a compost bin. Just don't put your trash into a compost bin wholesale You don't necessarily need worms (compost bins depend on bacteria to break down organic matter), but they can assist the process.

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How often are you supposed to turn over the contents of your composting bins?

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Which direction does compost always lean?

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Where should people place compost bins?

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