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Weekend Project: Make and Use Compost

Turn grass clippings and kitchen scraps into a gardener's dream soil.

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Making Compost

The Benefits

Making compost is one of the smartest, most productive things you can do as a gardener. You'll turn yard and kitchen waste into rich, organic matter that's a valuable soil amendment for your garden and yard. You'll also reduce your garbage output, and help meet widespread restrictions now imposed for landfills. Contrary to common thought, a compost pile doesn't smell bad, attract pests, or create an eyesore.


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