Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 21, 2011
My composting adventures all started about 9 years ago when our local Penn State Cooperative Extension office offered a free composting bin (the round one in the picture) when you attended their free composting seminar. I have a system going, but I am a laid back composter. So what did I learn at the seminar?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 24, 2011
Basically there are two reasons to compost. The second is supplementary to the first–you use the compost as fertilizer. Although there are numerous aids available to assist you in composting, it all comes down to the fundamentals; make a pile of biodegradable matter and wait until it breaks down. No Need to Get Fancy.
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Family Balance Sheet
MARCH 13, 2012
Although if I remember correctly, the potato went into the compost; it got moldy before it sprouted. I have taken seminars on gardening, landscaping, and composting and all of them were either free or extremely inexpensive. In fact, I received a free compost bin (the round one below) at a free composting seminar.
Family Balance Sheet
MARCH 14, 2013
Instead of throwing a used lemon or lime in the trash or compost, cut it into smaller pieces and drop it down the garbage disposal. It can be found at hardware stores, is relatively inexpensive, and will last for years. Flush down with very hot water. I try to do this every 2 to 4 weeks to keep the drains clear and fresh. Citrus fruit.
Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 2, 2022
When you need to be Indoors: On those days when the weather hits 90+ and the pool feels like bath water or a summer storm seems to last for days, these indoor activities will be air-conditioned, entertaining, competitive, and often inexpensive. How to Start & Maintain a Backyard Compost. A Tour of Our Backyard.
Family Balance Sheet
MARCH 22, 2019
When you need to be Indoors: On those days when the weather hits 90+ and the pool feels like bath water or a summer storm seems to last for days, these indoor activities will be air-conditioned, entertaining, competitive, and often inexpensive. How to Start & Maintain a Backyard Compost. A Tour of Our Backyard.
Saving Cents With Sense
APRIL 22, 2011
Many items can be made inexpensively, naturally, and without polluting your home with chemicals. Turning lights off when we leave a room, unplugging chargers when not in use, and shutting down the computer (and printer) at night can all help to save! Make your own. Cleaners, bug spray , body scrub , laundry detergent , you name it.
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