5 Essential Compost Tips for Healthy Gardens

1. Use a mix of green and brown materials for a well-balanced compost pile. 2. Turn the compost pile regularly to aerate and speed up the decomposition process. 3. Keep the compost pile moist but not soggy to promote microbial activity. 4. Add manure or compost activators to boost nutrient levels in the compost. 5. Harvest finished compost when it is dark, crumbly, and earthy-smelling.