After a good hard rain, I opened up the compost tumbler to a blast of steam and a bunch of mold. This is the main challenge with compost tumblers- it's very easy for them to become oversaturated and moldy. However, the fix is easy. Simply add several large handfuls of leaves and tumble it. After that, add another layer of leaves on the surface and you're done!
I found an entertaining article about composting today by Adrian Higgins...it really covers all the bases nicely. Check it out: Why you should use compost, even if you don’t have a big garden It clearly shows that he has decades of composting under his belt and knows what he's talking about.
https://youtu.be/emahSHKN6W0 The Envirocycle composter is a neat and tidy way to start composting at home. It's definitely not the cheapest way to start composting, but I understand its appeal. Pros: -Deters large pests -Aesthetically pleasing -Nicer than a trash bin or an open pile -Easy to tumble -Collects moisture in base -Minimizes mess -Responsive customer support Cons: -Expensive -Moderate capacity -Easy to oversaturate contents Not my preferred way to compost, but it's not the worst either. What do you think about it? Are you happy with the results? Let me know! While compost tumblers can get the job done, I prefer using a cubic yard sized compost bin. The best part is that it only takes 5 minutes a week to maintain- seriously! To learn how to make composting a…