Composting turns kitchen scraps and yard waste into free, nutrient-rich soil for your garden. Here's how to build a pile, what to add and avoid, and when it's ready to use.
Turn the pile with a shovel, rake, or a dedicated aeration tool. Move the drier outer edges into the center and break up any clumps, adding a little water if the material seems too dry. Turning every couple of weeks, or whenever the temperature drops to around 110 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, keeps things moving; compost matures faster with regular aeration and moisture checks. Tumbling composters, sold by many manufacturers, handle the aeration for you.

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