How to Use a Metal Compost Bin for Faster, Richer Compost .

A metal compost bin can also use with garden to more produce compost for your plants. Plants are like us in that they eat, so compost is basically a type of food that you give to your plants to help them grow as strong and healthy as they can! In this post, learn how to do composting using a metal compost bin to speed up the process and create nutrient-rich compost in less time.

Choosing the Right Spot

Step 1: Select the Right Location for Your Metal Compost Bin You should put your bin in a sunny spot in your yard. Be sure to place it near a water source, such as a hose, so you can keep your compost moist. Establishing your bin is very simple — just follow the instructions that include your bin.

Layering Your Compost

The next step is to begin layering your compost materials so it decomposes properly. To start, layer in brown materials such as dried leaves or newspaper. Next, add a level of green materials such as fruit and vegetable scraps. Continue layering until your bin has adequate material. Use a shovel or pitchfork to mix the layers together a little bit.

Turning Your Compost

Turning and mixing your chicken coop compost will give you better results faster. Every few weeks, turn the compost in your bin with your shovel or pitchfork. It creates aerobic conditions, which makes the materials decompose more quickly. It also ensures that all of the contents in your bin are breaking down at a consistent rate.

Managing Moisture

Maintaining the correct moisture level in your metal compost bin is also key for proper compost production. Your compost should be like a wet sponge — not too wet, and not too dry. If it feels too soggy, add more brown materials. If it seems too dry, add more green materials or water. Balancing your compost will allow it to decompose more quickly.

Harvesting Your Compost

Once your compost is dark and crumbly, it is finally ready to go into your garden. Harvesting your compost is simple chicken runs — just shovel or pitchfork it out of your bin. Then go ahead and spread it on your garden soil to give your plants a boost in nutrients. Your plants will appreciate the nutrient-rich compost!

Conclusion

Overall, a metal compost bin can speed up your composting process, producing nutrient-dense food for your garden. Select your location, layer, turn and mix often, control moisture, and harvest when ready, and you can create amazing compost for your plants. Happy composting!