Compost is organic material that can be applied to soil to aid plants' growth. Food scraps and yard debris account for more than 30% of what we throw away, but they might be composted instead. Composting these green garden materials keeps them out of landfills, where they take up space and emit methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. Composting Fundamentals Three key elements are required for all composting: Browns β Dead leaves, branches, ... Read the Post...
Vacuuming vs. Sweeping: Which Is Better?
Everyone has their own favorite way of sweeping the floor, but what is the best sweeping technique? Both sweeping and vacuuming efficiently remove dirt and debris from the floor, but there are differences. Vacuuming picks up more dust than sweeping, but sweeping cleans up more quickly than vacuuming. Many people claim that the robot vacuum is best for hardwood floors. Many might say that working with a broom can afford better control of ... Read the Post...
5 Simple and Effective Tips on Improving Your Garden Soil
Learning how to improve your soil may be life-changing for any gardener or weekend warrior who felt their soil was too difficult to grow in. With that said, here are five methods to improving any soil, no matter where youβre starting. Read on! 1. Provide the Soil with an Organic Diet Spring brings a frenzy of unseen subsurface activity. Billions of soil creatures yawn and stretch, bursting into creation. This living soil below ground aids ... Read the Post...