There are many methods that experts advise on the subject of composting. All of these have certain points in common. The main thing to remember is that it is simple and not buried in mystery or magic.
There are six main points to keep in mind:
The layers of the vegetable waste should be about 8 inches in depth and should be compacted by treading down firmly. After each layer of plant martial add a layer of animal manure, 2 inches should be enough.
A shelter should be provided to protect the heap from the sun and rain. The idea is to stop the heap drying out and to keep heat in. An old carpet would be fine.
The plant material should be fresh and still green. Material such as cabbages stalks should be crushed. This will help with the break down of the stalks. Try to intermingle with grass cutting or some such. Do not put woody material such as apple prunings. The will take too long to break down.
It is better to have two or three little heaps, rather then one big one. 4 feet by 4 feet /10 feet to 10 feet and not higher then 7 feet.
If your are on acid soil it is a good idea to include 1oz of hydrated lime per square foot of your heap.
The best accelerator for use in your composting heap is; seaweed failing that fish waste, or chicken droppings.
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