How to Make Compost From Start to Finish-Quick & Easy /Complete Guide with Digital Table of Contents

Here’s a complete guide on how to make compost from start to finish - quick and easy! Compost is one of the most powerful nutrients to feed your garden and grow lots of veggies! I’ve put together several of my composting videos into this complete guide - everything you need to know in one place. It covers every step of composting from building a DIY bin, using a compost sack, making a hot compost pile, using compost in the garden, having a continuous supply, using grass clippings, food scraps and leaves to make compost and making compost tea.
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Digital table of contents:
Section 1: DIY Compost Bin - How to Build
1:44 Supplies needed
2:19 Ideal size
2:46 Building the bin
5:54 Making the door to the bin
Section 2: DIY Compost Bin - How to Make an Easy Hot Compost Pile in a DIY Bin
8:19 Compost materials
8:31 Building the pile
10:37 Ratio of browns to greens
11:42 Ideal moisture for a compost pile
12:07 How to water a compost pile
12:28 How to get your pile big enough so it gets hot
13:00 Covering the pile
Section 3: DIY Compost Bin - Hot Compost - Temperature, Moisture, Turning the Pile
14:06 Why cover the pile?
14:36 How to check the temperature - 2 ways
15:17 It’s HOT!
15:48 How to check the pile for moisture
16:37 How to turn the pile
16:48 Will my pile self-combust or get too hot?
17:23 How to add water if your pile is too dry
18:05 What to do if my pile is not getting hot?
Section 4: Compost Sack - How to Make an Easy Hot Compost Pile in a Fabric Compost Sack
18:56 Key to a productive garden
19:33 What is compost, why use it?
20:37 Compost sack
21:00 Compost materials
21:09 How to layer and water compost materials
22:55 Browns and greens, what they are and ideal ratio
23:14 Coffee grounds to heat they pile up and where to get for free
24:59 How to monitor heat
25:15 Why and how to cover the pile
25:53 Why hot compost and how long does it take to break down?
26:10 It’s steaming HOT - checking the pile
26:57 What to do if it’s not hot or too wet?
27:13 Difference between hot compost and cold compost
27:26 How to tell when compost is finished
27:37 How to use compost to fertilize you garden
Section 5 - Compost Sack - Hot Compost: Turning Your Pile & Having a Continual Supply
28:55 How to have a continual supply - 3 stages of compost
31:28 Checking the temperature in the compost sack
31:46 How to turn the pile in a compost sack
Section 6 - Composting with Leaves - How to Make Compost in the Winter Using the Sun, Leaves and a Black Garbage Bag
34:07 Why use leaves?
34:41 How to shred the leaves
34:06 Composting in the winter - yes you can!
35:30 Using a black garbage bag
36:15 Adding water
37:00 Putting garbage bag in sun
Section 7 - Composting with Grass Clippings - How to Make a Hot Compost Pile with Grass Clippings
38:30 What does finished compost look like?
38:47 Moving finished compost into a new bin
39:47 Materials needed
40:35 Layering the materials
43:44 Ideal moisture
46:55 How to get the pile as high as possible - ideal height
49:45 How to monitor the heat
Section 8 - Composting with Grass Clippings - Hot or Not?
49:36
Section 9 - Benefits of Hot Composting
52:15 It’s HOT - steaming!
53:06 Benefits of hot compost vs cold compost
Section 10 - How to Make Compost Tea - Quick, Easy and FREE!
53:58 Why compost tea?
54:18 5 reasons to use compost tea
55:03 How to make compost tea
56:21 How to water with compost tea
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MY BOOK: Organic Gardening for Everyone: Homegrown Vegetables Made Easy - Signed, personalized copies available at calikimgardenandhome.com/books/organic-gardening-for-everyone/. CaliKim Seed Collections and CaliKim Smart Pots: calikimgardenandhome.com Good Dirt Indoor Potting Mix: good-dirt.com 10% off with code “calikim10” Smart Pots containers (excluding CK Smart Pots): 10% off w/ code “calikim” at smartpots.com Vermisterra Worm Castings, Worm Tea: 10% off w/ code “calikim” at vermisterra.com As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases: Compost thermometer: amzn.to/2RiQQiJ Raised Bed Drip Irrigation Kit: amzn.to/30jSLYq Amazon search page: amzn.to/3897OqD Seed starting supplies: amzn.to/30kbmDG Garden fertilizers:amzn.to/2uQkhBh Garden disease and pest control: amzn.to/2FMw6L7 Grow Lights: amzn.to/2NlY5FB Garden Tools: amzn.to/2RiwRRq Amazon lawn & garden supplies: amzn.to/30kFe2Z Use the digital table of contents in the video description - click on the topics that you are the most interested in to jump right to that part of the video. Happy composting!

[@perfecttiming7104]

CaliKim29 Garden & Home DIY Loved the video!!! 😁😁😁👌👌👌😉😉😉

[@NVZB]

Great video ! Thanks for sharing all info. I just wonder about the teabags: most contain plastic and will add micro plastics to the compost and your garden soil. I suggest ONLY add teabags which do not contain plastic.

[@jasonhuey8524]

Can you just pour coffee out of the pot into the compost? Wonder if it would work as good as putting just coffee grounds in it?

[@pattyfitz317]

CaliKim29 Garden & Home DIY love your book!

[@eastcoastnews9529]

CaliKim29 Garden & Home DIY I’m getting into into it for healthy reasons and now I have a lil bit of land. Ty

[@tracey278]

Gardening is amazing for your Heath I’m 57 years young 🙃 I live in Australian and plan to garden and eat my own organic vegetables for as long as possible, thank you for your gardening information know matter your age you are always learning !🌸🌸🌸💜💜

[@TWIBU1]

I just wanted folks to know that I watch around 12 mins. of your video. Then, I started laundry & went out and made my compost bin. Also, I just mowed my yard - in an hour. Got some green to go in it now!! Now, an hour later, I'm picking back up on your video!! This is my first compost bin!!! You are so right when you say, "The most important thing to do it - Just get started." Thanks so much!!

[@alan30189]

See my comments, above. Try the tomato ring!

[@bonnieroberts9135]

i have a bad back, you are making me feel more pain! what a workout! trying to plant in bags gradually and also a no dig. I was late plamting seeds in the house but have a few peppers. thank God for my hubby. worked on compost in a rolling bin.

[@Star-vg7ix]

Hard working lady! Nice!! I'm just like this too.

[@barbarajansen4912]

I really appreciate the compost sack presentation. I’m retired and don’t have the time or energy for a huge 3 ft cubic bin. I don’t have any major trees near my house so I will probably go to my local state park trail and bring a big bag for browns. The compost sack sounds like an awesome idea! Now I know why my previous owner never had a garbage disposer! She did an awesome job on her garden. I hope to continue the legacy of her work and have it be a benefit to me. Thanks again!

[@noratruscello7071]

Thank you for combining all your compost videos. I've searched everywhere and your information is so organized I really appreciated it.

[@ajit1000]

For mixing and turning the compost in compost sack. Simply tie the loose end and turn it side ways, roll it around a few times then turn it upside down. Now, shake it around a bit by rocking it in all direction and flip it back the way it was. Open up the loose end and you will find that it is all nicely mixed up. Remember, we started with 5 feet tall bag, with 3.5 feet tall pile, some amount of compacting will take place. That will leave enough space to pinch the ends to tie them up and with still some place left for the stuff to move around. Another benefit is, the liquid/fluid which has moved to the lower portion will once again get mixed back into the compost in making. Nice video! Keep up the good work!

[@michellem6068]

It's 7:30 pm here right now, or I would be getting started on this RIGHT NOW! I will be getting up early in the morning and getting my compost pile started. I have been collecting things for one, but have hesitated, thinking I wont do it right. You have inspired me! Thank you :)

[@debrajones7349]

What an awesome video! No matter how much research I did I felt intimidated to begin composting. Now I can’t wait to get started. Love the simple bin you made as well. I really like the long video with all the information in one place! 👏👏 THANK YOU 😊

[@islynmercurius3338]

Girl I have learned a lot now I know what to do with my leaves 😃 thanks for sharing

[@schmuelsonsradang4301]

This is the best composting method I have ever watched on youtube. Very easy and practical. Thanks so much for the sharing.

[@WH6FQE]

The perfect temperature for a compost pile is 160 degrees Fahrenheit. At 120, the microorganisms are just starting to work on breaking down the composting materials, as the temperature increases, the action happens much faster. Once you get to temperatures over 200 degrees Fahrenheit the temperatures are too high for the beneficial microorganisms and they will begin to die off, so you want to make sure it stays below 200 degrees Fahrenheit, I try to always keep mine below 180. My compost pile today was running at 169 degrees Fahrenheit so at that temperature I am ecstatic. At that temperature, it is breaking down extremely fast. Instead of using a tarp to cover mine, I had an old 10'x10' popup tent frame that I raise about 3 feet above the top of my two side-by-side compost bins. I ordered a clear vinyl tarp to go over the top of it that I use bungee cords to attach to the frame. This allows more airflow in and around the pile and allows the sunlight to reach the pile, while still keeping it from getting too wet from the rain. It is just tall enough for me to stand under it so I can even turn the pile in the rain without getting soaked. It was old and the covering was torn so it wasn't being used for anything anymore, so this was the perfect repurposing of it.

[@kchachalove]

This is great! A note on tea bags: not all are made with organic materials, so you'll want to double-check the tea box. It should specify, “tea bags are compostable.” Yogi is my favorite tea company because all bags are compostable, boxes are recyclable and they're a B corporation (good for people + planet.)

[@marlenesteffensen308]

Hi, I like your DIY style Kim. I'm a gran gardener and aware of safety first like you. I will try out your tips for staking and compost. Very handy udeas God bless.

[@joshjohnson812]

I just started a garden this year and your channel and Gary (Rusted Garden) has cut my learning curve by so much it's crazy. Keep it up! Priceless information here.

[@schmuelsonsradang4301]

Already done two pile of compost today. It look good and promising. Thanks for this great idea. It makes gardening more enjoyable and fun. Been teaching some friends on how to do the same. I'm surprised to find out that I can do loads of beneficial thing from my kitchen scraps. This is very sustainable way of returning to what we get from the soil anf the environment. Awesome.

[@fragglefknrock7568]

Also the Black Trashbag trick is good and all make sure you get a decent black bag though or the sun will degrade it within a couple weeks no problem.

[@lillianleyba7065]

Thank you for your video.. I'm a 101 learner and can't wait to get started. I'm going to start this evening.

[@sarahbarnes7648]

I did a compost one year in an area of my backyard. Started out with a smart area, and it ended up being 6X6 size. Basically, all I used was the garbage, leaves, and straw from my duck's coop. I did pretty well in turning it over until it got so big I couldn't keep up with it. I never covered it nor watering. I would start in the fall around late October early November. So, the rain and snow kept it most for me. When I was able and the grown was soft from the snow, I would turn it as much as I could. I would get such good dark compost without turning it once or twice a month. I leave in Central US and it gets pretty cold, and sometimes the grown freezes, but compost on the bottom would stay warm, not hot. and I still came out with rich thick compost. I didn't do one yet this year because of my back and having to turn it.

[@joannedonovan9489]

I just ordered 3 of the 5-gallon Smart Pots. I think I'll start composting in one of those. I already have a small pile of plant cuttings, so they've already got a head start!! I collect egg shells & coffee grounds for my garden friends, but I think I'll keep them now!! And the trees behind my garden complex have leaves under them making leaf mold! I'll add that, too! This will be fun! Thank you for consolidating these videos!!

[@joannedonovan9489]

I have a question! I ended up with 3 cu. ft. of Garden Straw! Can I use that in the compost pile?

[@joannedonovan9489]

I also do juicing, so the "pulp" would be great in a pile!

[@indigobeauty1]

I know this video took alot of time & effort...It really shows, and is highly appreciated. Thank you, thank you...You're beyond Amazing 🌿🍃🖤👍🏼

[@julieakers9115]

I love all your hard work an the free education you give away I learned so much from your videos, you inspired me to start my own garden in my backyard in central florida wich is very difficult to garden here because of the soil but I love it thank so much God bless.

[@nereidapr1]

Mine is a cold one. lol I put them in thick bags and leave 1 bag so I can turn it. I use it in the balcony garden. It keeps the pots moister. I use leftover liquid coffee and Epsom salt. It works wonders. Great video.

[@anactorslife3729]

I love your videos and since I've assumed your practices I have an amazing compost area with all of the above. Next I am buying a wood chipper so I can mulch some old plants and trees. I've become very self sufficient and have an absolutely amazing fenced in garden because of you and Gary Pilarchik! Thank you. Keep 'em coming!

[@kumu2613]

Awesome! Plus, all the exercise we ever need. No gym memberships or expensive fitness equipment needed! A virus comes and we have our backyard gym with a bonus:organic food right there 👍😊 Thank you so much for these wonderful KZbin channels. Yours is one of the best. I am going to make the first type..the mesh as it is easier to mix (until I get more toned muscles!)

[@marykitchens7976]

I am super excited about starting my first raised garden this spring. I am growing cucumbers, tomatoes, and one little squash plant. I started them a few weeks ago and they are doing well but I really need a raised bed! Covid hit us hard and we have not been able to afford one so I sure hope I win this contest! Thanks CaliKim for keeping me inspired!

[@FEZKARA]

I'm impressed, you make everything so easy, clear, to the point. Thank you for putting together all eposidoes. This is now my guiding book when composting. Thanks a million !..

[@chriseldabroughton7356]

i love how this women has all the right gears for gardening and tips

[@teresitatowning8675]

This is exactly what I was looking for , easy and yummy compost for any garden .. Amazing love it !!! 👌🙏🏼thank you so much .. I just love watching all your simple direction !!! Keep it up 👍👍

[@tbuttercup2162]

Love it. Planning on starting my compost pile today, but would like it in a small bin.

[@charlestessier7843]

Hi, I live in Canada and saw your composting method heading towards winter.Granted I’ll not be able to sow until late May the growing season being fairly short. This being said, I have used my lawn mower to chop up leaves in my yard along with a final lawn mowing for the year and got a decent mix of chopped up leaves mixed with cut grass. After putting it in black bags, I checked it out and although not super hot, I was amazed hot warm it got despite the temperature being only 5 or 6 degrees C - around 40 Fahrenheit. Will be saying more in later weeks as to how it’s progressing.

[@paulaslife3781]

I could listen to you all day and all night. Thank you🙏

[@AsintheDaysofNoah]

Great video! Another good reason to cover those compost piles is to prevent Japanese beetles from laying eggs! Those are those nasty grubs that end up in our gardens! Thank you so much... I finally got the hubby to watch, he just didn't get it. I think he is onboard now👍🏼

[@CaliKim29]

Hello ASTDON- so true- those beetles are super aggressive, they love to swoop down upon me when I get too close to their territory. Glad your hubby is onboard! What’s your fav way to compost?

[@nevillesukul8800]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge about composting - how do you compost during winter - I live in Canada. You are excellent in your presentation. Thank you again.I've watched about 6 of your videos.

[@ericachestnut5481]

This is the best video ever!!!! You really explained the process in detail. It is because of you that I will began making my own compost. Do you have a video on how you built your strawberry crate? If so can you post the video or link? I have never subscribed to a gardening page before. You are the first. Thank you so much for the inspiration💖

[@grantrev-nz4337]

Hi, I am from New Zealand, am just getting into gardening. I have started a bit late in life as I never really understood what people saw in it. Most older Kiwi homes had a 1/4 acre section, so I have a huge veg garden. I have also planted tree tomatoes, lemon, grapes, strawberries, etc etc. After watching your presentation I am going to build a compost bin. Thank you, it was a great vid and I am now confident, I can produce good healthy compost Regards Grant

[@maryjennrich8888]

Kim needs her own TV show!

[@livholbrook2684]

So helpful and comprehensive! I've felt so intimidated about composting, but this video gave me the information I needed to feel confident. Thank you CaliKim!

[@glenwoodfin]

I need to start composting! Love how it feeds without burning.

[@davevjordon]

Love the compilation of videos. I always go to your channel for the great gardening tips. As someone else said: Kim should have her own TV show. And, you’re really Hot, Kim. Thank you for all the great gardening tips, and thank you, Camera Guy for all your camera and editing work.

[@pamcoyle8505]

Best video of how to make a compost pile I have seen. Really explains it from zero knowledge base.

[@homemadejam2927]

Absolutely loved you video, entertaining and infornative. Great presenter. Thank you, I am now thinking of starting composting in a very small way now. Just started to get interested in gardening since my retirement. Its people like who are teaching and inspiring me/

[@chelbyhawke2832]

You're amazing! Ive really been trying to find ways to live a way that's better for our planet. compost and gardening led me to your videos and I'd just like to say thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and helping others. you're gorgeous, and smart I just adore you!

[@naturesbliss2903]

I'm starting a compost, and yours is the best step by step I have come across. Thank you so much for the post.

[@janetwm1891]

Wow! I loved this, plus the simple digital formula that's a huge time saver! Everything I ever need to know about creating my compost! Thank you! I'm ready to just get started!

[@jordanjohnson2770]

This took so much effort and is excellent information. I'm getting into gardening and I have learned alot from this channel. Thank you!

[@RisherTNgarden]

Such a good comprehensive video while still showing the ease of the process. I am always going back and watching this one for reference. ,”Just throw it in and let it rot” never gets old! LOL!! Thx! 😊

[@jaanishtubeeharry9402]

i love making compost.

[@jaanishtubeeharry9402]

👍👍

[@joesoutdoorplaces]

I love the new longer formats I am seeing with my favorite gardeners on KZbin, of which you are one. I told you before that it was my research on composting that first helped me to discover your channel. Your easy to understand instruction and friendly nature hooked me on your channel. And I now know that Camera Guy is a big part as well with his great videography and editing. Keep up the great work. Thanks. Oh. More recipes please.

[@joywright2315]

I'm very motivated. Planning to start composting this year. Thanks for the encouragement and tips!

[@babyjcdh]

Calikim you inspire me on a daily basis,your mother really taught you well and I want to take this time to thank you for all of your knowledge and also I want you to know with your videos I've saved alot of money lol I don't have much Thanks Sincerely Jessica

[@tomodfish]

I started a compost bin this weekend. Oh and I ground up the leaves by sticking my weed wacker into the compost bin and it made short order of them.This was my first attempt at composting.

[@CaliKim29]

Great Thomas! You are on point and on your way! Thank you for commenting and for following along all of these years!! Kim

[@jeremygagliardi7063]

Incredible compilation. Great info in the videos. Thanks for posting. Just started gardening and now nooking forward to trying a compost pile

[@fotyfar]

I learned it from u and this is my second year doing it, I am so grateful, ,thank u Kim for all ur great vids

[@samsammsammm1547]

amazing video. Really enjoyed your passion and learnt from your wisdom and experience!

[@CaliKim29]

I appreciate that! And I hope that something I said resonated with you to help you in your garden!! Where are you and what are you growing? Please subscribe if you have not! ( I can't always tell). CaliKim

[@cjgreen3836]

Iv'e been composting for a while now and I still get a great feeling of satisfaction when I feed my garden with it :)

[@devotionalbarb3699]

Your smple approach is just great. I love it

[@patrickdavis9821]

Love that you keep things simple.

[@meja6467]

I made this today. It was easy and I had all of the materials on hand, so it was free. Thanks Kim

[@cathybowland8260]

You inspired me to get in and put together my first compost heap using the hot compost method. I just used a spare garden bed and towered it up. What a great way to make the most of my lawn clippings. They were already hot from being in the green waste bin. Feeling so accomplished! Can’t wait to see the results.

[@dianewheeler5638]

would love to know how you make your strawberry tower, so adorable. Thank you for all the great information from this video. Really like the format from beginning to end. Thank you

[@joanneesters-brown513]

Wonderful video. I haven't started composting yet, but I plan to. I just love your gardening series. I'm still working to purchase a house. I did plant a few things indoors, which turned out great. I planted ginger indoors and it keeps on giving and giving. I use it a lot for cooking, tea, etc. Thanks for sharing all your wonderful gardening tips and information.

[@mattarnett2284]

This is great... going to create a compost solution like you shared at camp the next week or two. And depending on how it goes will likely ultimately end up with a few (Scout camp with >500 acres). Thanks for this!

[@devotionalbarb3699]

Your simple approach is just great.

[@1LindaJMacKay]

I appreciate this video SO much! Ive wanted to start a compost bin but have felt a bit intimidated. I feel guilty throwing away compostable material, and now I won't have to! (My city does have a good bi weekly yard waste program, but that could be returned to my own garden! 😊 Thank you! 🥰

[@peterhanna8992]

Loving your videos from the Bahamas . You are so real and down to earth .makes it so simple .just start my veggie garden a month ago .. we. always have lots of sun everythng is popping out the grounud already ...this was very helpful ..love u too .

[@NguyenVinhHang]

Thank you for this complete guide to composting, your videos gave me so many best practices to composting!

[@toniborras2691]

You really take the mystery out of composting. I’m getting started soon. Thanks!

[@Jessica_LB_SoCal]

I just purchased the compost bag from clicking the link, thank you! Excited to make my own compost.

[@ekownipah8955]

Thanks for your help

[@joelcruz2121]

Very wonderful video, easy to understand instruction. Long, but very interesting and not boring ! Thanks a lot. I will start doing this once I am back to my home country, Philippines. I am here in Queens, NYC for short a vacation and got stuck due to the virus. Thank you very much. I will keep in touch.

[@kAtA12p]

Thank you so much for this video. Started fresh compost pie today. Temperature is already 96 F. 😄

[@treasurexm]

Your passion inspires me the most. 👍👍👍

[@MiriamGrutz-m8l]

i watched this video already 3 times. great information. 🌼🌻🌺🥀

[@CaliKim29]

So nice of you. CK

[@jjn9621]

Very good channel. I have learned a lot from this channel.

[@CaliKim29]

Glad to hear that! Thank you for following along!

[@suzannegrimes9743]

Wow what a great way to grow strawberries. Would love to see how it was put together! I’m new to your channel and just love it!

[@CaliKim29]

Yah, it is really cool! Go to my main channel by clicking on my profile pic and search for " How to Build a Strawberry Crate Tower" and you'll see how I built it. I learned it from Urban Organic's Best but modified some things for my needs. Very cool! Go for it and let me know how it goes - I hope you are subbed and following along, Suzaane! Keep me posted - Kim

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Hey. I love that long format video. Really helpful.

[@Lucy23171]

Gary Pilarchik (The Rusted Garden) if you are making a hot compost pile, do you have to wait until it fully cools down before it is ready to be used in the garden?

[@giatpertiwi3342]

Agree...thank's so mach.Mrs,Cali Kim. I'm Indonesia.

[@danielaggeler9263]

Thank you Calikim29 for your instructive video. I graduated High School in the 1980s, so I am new to the composting process. Thank you for explaining a lot of it.

[@lindadechow3703]

Ah, awesome! This answered my last question, I just hadn't had a chance to search for it. Thanks for posting this, it is very helpful.

[@frijolsmom]

Watched this video before, no, actually, clips of this video and got the composting bug. Each season for about 3-4 years my hubby has built a new garden bed and I would fill it with all my saved compost and still had plenty to top off all my other bed. Love it and the food I am able to produce. Yet today, I learned something new - compost tea - mind blowing🤯.

[@teresitatowning8675]

I absolutely love love all your simple tips and very affective concept of organic healthy gardening ... I have watched others how to make a simple compost, and you have delivered it as simple as it is !!! And at the same time it’s absolutely amazingly saving a lots of money and very safe with out chemicals on your gardens .. that’s what I love and appreciate for all your tips and for sharing all your simple knowledge about making a beautiful and lushness of gardening ..... But your Vlogs what I love the most ! Simple but the right way to teach others how to make a simple gardening, as you make everything easy by watching everything about beautiful garden .... I’ll be watching more of what your going to Vlog next time or what else you have that I have not yet watch ?! Am sure am gonna enjoy watching them ... I work all the time and I want to learn more about gardening and the simplest thing to do before I start . Am gonna retired in a couple of year and so am kind of preparing my self to dedicate most of my time out in the garden . I also appreciate for sharing all those materials how to make a compost... So my husband and I might move out to the country side of town ?! So I can have fun to do what ever I want to do with my future garden ? The time will tell when God direct us where we gonna retired one day ?!?!? Am just so very happy that I came across to your Vlog , just what am looking for !!!! Thank you so so much for all your Vlogs ... Tess from Ky. Keep doing what your doing cause your helping people for your amazing tips how to make gardening everything easy ..... 🙏🏼👌👍🥰

[@yolereed1]

Thanks Kim for this group of videos! Also thank the viewer that suggested mounding the pile of compost to help it heat up! that was awesome information! Again thanks

[@tibbs4000]

You are so generous with your knowledge! You are amazing.

[@transeditor]

Great video. I have a lot of plants and fruit trees in my back and front yard. When I plant something, I use 1/3 cut grass, 1/3 local soil and 1/3 soil I buy from the local nursery. It’s basically compost in place.

[@CaliKim29]

Glad you enjoyed the video! Sounds like you have it dialed in for your trees. Keeps it simple! Thanks for stopping by. :)

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Its good enoughed you are really a good lady.in gardening farming. Love you.

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I enjoy my day in my garden

[@bettyyoung1273]

This has really showed me how to get my compose. You really was a help. Thank you. I am getting ready for the winter planting.

[@marygorchidsmore2058]

Hey Kim, you are great! Thanks for making these long videos which shows the progress of the practise. Thanks for sharing.

[@jimmiller6268]

My wife and I started our first compost barrel yesterday. It is so easy - it's almost scary! :)

[@looktonature]

I could just sit here and watch you make compost forever

[@homegardens7682]

Composting is great. Worth investigating the time in.

[@davidbrown9458]

For the compost tea, I get my water from my rain barrels or do a water change on my planted aquarium who water is rich in nutrients. Also my pile started at 8 by 8, shrunk to 5 high in 2 days, no cover

[@VlogsOfBee]

about to start gardening and was told composting is a good method. thanks for this video.

[@imatoloi]

Thank you so much for making this video. I am just at the beginning of making my own garden. You're awesome!

[@barbaracarbone4658]

Oh Cali what a most awesome vid this is!! It has given me even more confidence that I can do it!!! I can not wait any longer..lol. Also each n every time I see your strawberry tower it makes me want one too!! I saw it again today and I am sold on it! Cali, thank you so much for all you do and for this great vid depicting the ease of composting. It's March now and spring is around the corner in NY!! 💝🌸🍀🌹🍅🍆🍓🍓🍓

[@velletabique2521]

Thanks so much for the video. Very helpful in my garden.

[@atuckertucker]

Right on!!!! That looks easy.. I can do this....thanks my friend...

[@CaliKim29]

You got this! Thank you and thanks for watching - keep us posted here! First step - Tell us when you plant!

[@darrelhall8194]

WOW you are very knowledgeable I've learned a lot.. look forward to watching more of your videos...THANKS!!

[@hellogoogle1938]

Hi you doing a great job because we did that that is so good and the place is clean to have are great days thank you❤

[@patriciafitzgerald408]

Starting a compost pile next weekend!! So excited!

[@cynthiacarr3294]

Tyfs😁👏🏽💯 I love freezing the scraps!

[@dman3531]

Wow. I watched the entire video. Going to get the compost sack. Thanks for the advice and showing the simplicity of composting