My backyard compost pile has been going for about a year. I started throwing yard debris, including grass clippings into a small section of my yard. Many of my clients have free standing piles and have had much success with adding Red Wigglers so I decided to give it a try. The pile was dry so I made sure to get it very wet so the wigglers would thrive. My neighbors often supply the wigglers with a lot of food waste. Last week, I added about 2 cups of the waste to the pile. Adding the food made me a bit nervous. I didn't want the pile to attract flies. So far things seem to be quiet in the corner.
I will wander out there this afternoon and check on the progress of the food waste. I am hoping to find the worms having a feast. If all goes well this week, I will continue to add food scraps to the pile. Wish me luck!
2 comments:
Hi! This is your neighbor Jennifer (from the bus stop) -- a raccoon appears to be living under our garden shed, so watch out for him raiding your pile. Bury the food deep : )
Hi Jennifer! Thanks!! I will keep an eye out for any 4 legged critters! The pile is fenced in, but that might not matter when it comes to food! See you soon....school's around the corner...yikes!
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